Maple Pecan Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350; position oven rack in the lowest third of the oven; spray bottom only of a 13x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
2. 2
   In a bowl, mix the brownie mix and melted butter with a wooden spoon just until blended and all dry ingredients are moistened.
3. 3
   Press mixture into prepared pan.
4. 4
   Bake 15 minutes; remove from oven (leave oven on).
5. 5
   Meanwhile, in a bowl whisk the condensed milk, egg, and maple extract together; stir in pecans.
6. 6
   Spoon and spread mixture over hot crust; sprinkle with chocolate chips.
7. 7
   Bake 20-22 minutes, until golden at edges and just set in the center.
8. 8
   Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
9. 9
   Cut into bars and serve.