Kentucky Derby Chocolate-Pecan Cookie Bars

Here's an easy, no-butter, bar cookie version of the always-popular Derby Pie!

It's filled with whole grains, decadently delicious yet so much more nutritious!

– Pecans – Pitted dates – Packed brown sugar – Large egg – Vanilla

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

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Combine flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring with a whisk to thoroughly combine. Add flour mixture to pecan mixture. Then, stir in chocolate chips.

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Press mixture into an 8x8 baking pan coated with cooking spray. Smooth top with a spatula or scraper.

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