Description

These pecan pie bars offer the rich, nutty flavor of traditional pecan pie without the fuss of rolling dough. With a buttery shortbread base and gooey pecan topping, they’re perfect for busy bakers and holiday desserts.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar

1 cup corn syrup

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups pecan halves, toasted and chopped

Instructions

1. Combine flour, salt, and granulated sugar in a bowl.

2. Cut in softened butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Press crust mixture into a parchment-lined 9×13-inch pan and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.

4. Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.

5. Stir in toasted pecans and pour filling over the warm crust.

6. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes until filling is set and amber.

7. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before slicing.

8. Chill briefly in the refrigerator for clean edges, then cut into squares.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar

Keywords: pecan pie bars, pecan pie squares, pecan tart bars, no crust pecan pie, pecan pie alternative, holiday dessert, easy pecan bars