Pecan Pie Bars (Paleo, Gluten-Free)

You will enjoy these if you are trying to eat healthier but still need something sweet! These really do give a delicious flavor not unlike pecan pie! (although the crust by itself is not super tasty.) I'm very interested in seeing the nutrition facts... From paleogirlskitchen.com

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1 3⁄4 cups  almond flour
• 1  egg
• 1  tablespoon  oil or 1  tablespoon coconut oil
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cornstarch or 1⁄2 teaspoon arrowroot
• 1⁄4 teaspoon sea salt
• 8  ounces pitted dates
• 2  eggs
• 1⁄4 cup maple syrup
• 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1  cup pecans, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Combine almond flour, 1 egg, oil, cornstarch, and sea salt, using a mixer or a food processor, until well combined; dough will be very stiff.
3. Press by hand evenly into a greased 8x8 inch square pan; bake for 17 minutes.
4. Blend the dates in a food processor on high for about 1 minute, until paste-like.
5. Add the 2 eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla; process on high until smooth.
6. Pour this filling mixture over the warm crust and evenly sprinkle pecans over the top, pressing them in lightly.
7. Bake for another 30-35 minutes.
8. Allow the bars to cool before cutting.