These Pecan Vanilla Cream Crumb Bars have a little bit of everything! A buttery shortbread crust is topped with a smooth vanilla cream filling and a brown sugar crumble with chopped pecans and a hint of cinnamon.The creamy filling and crunchy topping make such a yummy combination! If you love pecan desserts, try my Pecan Pie Shortbread Bars and Pecan Pie Bars, too! They are both sweet, nutty treats that are perfect for sharing with family and friends.You might just have a hard time picking a favorite! Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week! Post Email Title Email *Save Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions Shortbread crust: The homemade shortbread crust gives these bars a buttery base.

You could use a store-bought shortbread crust, but you would need to adjust the recipe to fit an 8×8-inch pan.Whole milk: Adds creaminess to the vanilla filling.I recommend whole milk for the best texture, but 2% milk can work.

Heavy whipping cream: Makes the filling rich and creamy.Half-and-half can also work, but the filling may be a little less rich.Granulated sugar: Sweetens the filling and shortbread crust.

I don’t recommend reducing it without testing, as it also affects the texture.Cornstarch: Thickens the vanilla filling so the bars hold their shape when sliced.I would not skip it.

Eggs: Use two large eggs at room temperature to help the fillin

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