Sunday, February 9, 2025

Charleston Chews

 From Charleston, S. C. this sweet treat is a favorite and yes, because it's a southern treat, everyone has their take on the recipe. 

  • 1 cup of butter, melted
  • 2 cups packed brown sugar (dark or light)
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups of flour
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 2 cups chopped pecans

  1. Sift the salt, baking powder, and flour.
  2. Whisk the sugar in the warm butter until melted and cooled
  3. Add the eggs, whisking together.
  4. Press into the pan below:
  5. Mix both together and bake in a sling prepared 9x9" pan at 350 for 45 minutes.
  6. Once cool, remove and cut.