If you like this type of “bar,” you may love our Key Lime Pie Bars and Lemon Bars!
There’s a lot to love about the simplicity of these Pecan Pie Bars and rest assured you’ll end up with the same amazing flavors you love from Pecan Pie! The sweet caramel flavors of the filling mixed with the salty crunch from the nuts makes pecan pie the favorite that it is!
How to make Pecan Pie Bars:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Shortbread Crust: Add butter and sugar to a mixing bowl and beat together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the eggs and vanilla and mix well. Stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt and add to the mixing bowl. Mix just until dough is combined.
Flour your hands and press the dough evenly into 9×13” baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is set but not browned. Pecan Topping: Add butter, corn syrup, and brown sugar to a saucepan over medium heat and stir until butter is melted.
Bring to a slow boil and boil for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in heavy cream and chopped pecans.
Pour over the crust and smooth into an even layer.
Bake for 20 to 27 minutes or until the filling is set. The pecan bars are done when the edges are set and the center only slightly jiggles when the pan is moved. Allow to cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting and serving.
Make Ahead and Freezing Instructions:
To Make Ahead: Once baked and cooled, cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To Freeze: Allow to cool completely, cover well and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator then bring to room temperature before serving.
More recipes using Pecans:
Pecan Pie Apple Pecan Salad Pumpkin Pie with Caramel Pecan Topping Caramel Pecan Apple Crisp Sweet Potato Casserole FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM and PINTEREST for more great recipes! RATE and COMMENT below! I would love to hear your experience. I originally shared this recipe October 2015. Updated October 2020.
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