Description

These Simple Pecan Pie Bars bring all the rich, buttery, nutty flavor of traditional pecan pie into an easy-to-make dessert bar. With a crisp shortbread crust and gooey brown sugar pecan topping, these bars are perfect for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or a cozy treat at home. Easy pecan dessert, perfect holiday squares, make-ahead dessert bar recipe.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 large eggs

3/4 cup light corn syrup

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

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Instructions

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

2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, and melted butter until crumbly. Press into the prepared pan.

3. Bake the crust for 18–20 minutes until lightly golden.

4. While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

5. Stir in the chopped pecans.

6. Pour the filling over the hot crust immediately after baking.

7. Return to the oven and bake for 25–30 minutes or until set in the center.

8. Let bars cool completely before slicing. Chill for faster cooling if needed.

Notes

Use toasted pecans for deeper flavor.

Let bars cool fully before slicing to get clean edges.

For extra indulgence, drizzle with caramel or dip the bottoms in chocolate.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg