Description
Looking for a sweet treat that’s as easy as it is irresistible? These Simple Pecan Pie Bars bring all the richness of a classic pecan pie into bite-sized squares that are perfect for sharing. Featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a gooey caramel-like filling topped with crunchy pecans, this is one of the best quick desserts for gatherings, holiday dinners, or cozy nights at home. Whether you need a quick breakfast bite, easy dinner dessert, or just fresh food ideas, these bars will become your go-to favorite. A truly easy recipe for anyone craving a classic taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
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
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, and cold butter. Mix until crumbly.
3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the pan and bake for 18–20 minutes until lightly golden.
4. While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt.
5. Stir in chopped pecans until well mixed.
6. Pour the filling over the hot crust once it’s out of the oven.
7. Bake again for 30–35 minutes, until the filling is set and golden on top.
8. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 2 hours.
9. Once cool, lift out using parchment and slice into bars.
Notes
Toast your pecans before mixing them into the filling to bring out more flavor.
Don’t skip lining the pan—it makes removal and cleanup so much easier.
Let bars cool completely before cutting to get clean slices and perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg