Description
If you love pecan pie but want something quicker and easier to serve, these Easy Pecan Pie Bars are your go-to dessert. They offer all the classic flavors of traditional pecan pie—sweet, nutty, rich—but in a handheld, bite-sized format. With a buttery shortbread crust and a gooey, caramel-like pecan filling, these bars are perfect for holiday gatherings, easy dessert ideas, or anytime you’re craving something indulgent yet simple. This easy recipe fits right into your collection of quick dessert options, food ideas for parties, and delicious dinner ideas when you need a sweet ending.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Stir in flour to form a dough.
3. Press crust dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden.
4. While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt.
5. Fold chopped pecans into the filling mixture.
6. Pour the filling over the slightly cooled crust and spread evenly.
7. Bake for another 30-35 minutes until set and golden on top.
8. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing. Chill for clean cuts.
Notes
Toasting the pecans enhances the depth of flavor significantly.
Always let the bars cool completely before slicing for best texture.
Lining the pan with parchment ensures easy removal and clean presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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