Description
These Simple Pecan Pie Bars are the perfect easy recipe for holiday baking or everyday dessert cravings. Buttery shortbread crust meets a rich, nutty pecan topping with just the right amount of sweetness. Whether you’re hosting or gifting, these easy dessert bars slice cleanly, store well, and deliver all the comforting flavor of pecan pie without the hassle. Ideal for quick dessert ideas, holiday treats, or simple potluck food.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, mix flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press into the pan evenly.
3. Bake the crust for 20 minutes until edges are golden.
4. In another bowl, whisk eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt. Stir in chopped pecans.
5. Pour the filling over the hot crust and spread evenly.
6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until the top is set and golden.
7. Cool completely, then slice into bars. Chill before slicing for cleaner edges.
Notes
Toast the pecans before mixing them in for deeper flavor.
Make sure the crust is hot when adding the filling to prevent sogginess.
Let them cool fully before slicing to maintain clean edges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pecan pie bars, easy dessert, holiday baking, simple bars, sweet treats, make ahead dessert