Description

Buttery, gooey, and irresistibly crunchy—these Best Ever Pecan Pie Bars bring all the rich, sweet magic of classic pecan pie into an easy, sliceable treat. Perfect for quick desserts, holiday potlucks, or indulgent snack breaks, this easy recipe features a shortbread crust topped with a caramel-like pecan filling. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, an easy dessert recipe, or festive food ideas, these pecan bars check all the boxes. A great choice for anyone who loves a quick breakfast sweet bite or a make-ahead treat for gatherings.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour

0.5 cup granulated sugar

0.25 teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed

3 large eggs

1 cup light corn syrup

1 cup light brown sugar, packed

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

0.5 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1.5 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.

2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture is crumbly.

3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.

4. While crust is baking, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, flour, salt, and vanilla. Stir in chopped pecans.

5. Pour the filling over the hot crust and spread evenly.

6. Return to the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes until the center is set.

7. Let bars cool completely on a wire rack. For best slicing, chill for 1 hour after cooling.

8. Lift bars from the pan using parchment and slice into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Toast pecans before adding to the filling for a richer flavor.

Don’t skip chilling before slicing—this ensures clean cuts and neat bars.

For a twist, fold in mini chocolate chips or a sprinkle of flaky salt before baking.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 280
Sugar: 19g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 50mg

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