An easy, no-butter, bar cookie version of the always-popular Derby Pie! Filled with whole grains, it's decadently delicious yet so much more nutritious!

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In a mini food processor, pulse pecans and dates until fairly smooth, scraping the sides of the processor occasionally as needed.

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Transfer pecan mixture to a large mixing bowl and add brown sugar, egg, and vanilla and beat on medium speed until very well incorporated, scraping the bowl once or twice as needed.

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Add flour mixture to pecan mixture and beat on medium-low just until combined. Stir in chocolate chips.

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Press mixture into a baking pan coated with cooking spray. Smooth top with a spatula or scraper.

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Lightly press the remaining brown sugar and chopped pecans on top of the dough. Bake for about 18-19 minutes.

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Kentucky Derby Chocolate-Pecan Cookie Bars Recipe

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Ingredients

– pecans – dates – brown sugar – egg – vanilla – whole wheat pastry flour – baking soda – sea salt – chocolate chips false

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