Preparation

• 1.

  Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

• 2.

  In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Stir until well blended.

• 3.

  Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and maple syrup to the sugar mixture. Mix until fully combined and smooth.

• 4.

  In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

• 5.

  Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

• 6.

  Fold in the chopped pecans and white chocolate chips if using.

• 7.

  Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.

• 8.

  Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.

• 9.

  Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.