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With a buttery shortbread crust and caramelized pecan filling, it’s impossible not to love these sweet and nutty pecan pie bars!!

Pecan Pie bars cut and placed on wax paper.

Even Easier Than Pie!

If you love classic Pecan Pie or Mini Pecan Pies then you will LOVE these pecan pie bars. Easier than baking an entire pie, this delicious twist is a fall favorite dessert that the entire family is obsessed with.

Pecan-flavored treats are especially popular during the holidays on Thanksgiving, or even as a homemade neighbor gift during Christmas time, but don’t make the mistake of thinking this is strictly a seasonal recipe. You can enjoy this caramel-flavored bar recipe any time!

WHY WE LOVE IT:

  • Addicting. They have the best ooey gooey texture.
  • Makes a big batch. You can easily cut 20 smaller squares or cut 12 large squares.
  • Perfect for pecan lovers. Even those who aren’t, LOVE these pecan bars.
Butter cut on a plate.

Ingredients

Shortbread Crust

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour How to Measure Flour
  • โ…“ cup granulated sugar
  • ยผ teaspoon salt
  • ยพ cup cold unsalted butter cubed – Be sure that the butter is COLD!

Filling

  • 1ยฝ cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs – room temperature eggs incorporate best with the other ingredients
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1ยฝ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2ยฝ cups chopped pecans – You can mix the pecans with chopped walnuts or cashews.
  • optional toppings – Drizzle the bars with Caramel Sauce. Top each piece with a dollop of Whipped Cream or a scoop of Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream.

How to Make Pecan Pie Bars

  1. PREP. Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  2. CRUST. Combine 2 cups all-purpose flour, โ…“ cup sugar, ยผ teaspoon salt. Cut in ยพ cup cold cubed butter with a fork or pastry blender to create coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  3. FILLING. Whisk 1ยฝ cups sugar, 4 large eggs, 1 cup light corn syrup, 3 tablespoons melted butter, 1ยฝ teaspoons vanilla extract in a large bowl. Stir in 2ยฝ cups chopped pecans. Spread the filling over hot crust as soon as it comes out of the oven.
  4. BAKE. Bake for 30โ€“35 minutes more, until filling has set.
    • Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.
Pecan Pie bars cut up on parchment paper.

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5 from 157 votes

Pecan Pie Bars

By: Lil’ Luna
With a buttery shortbread crust and caramelized pecan filling, it's impossible not to love these sweet and nutty pecan pie bars!!
Servings: 12
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 50 minutes
Total: 1 hour

Ingredients 

Shortbread Crust

Filling

  • 1ยฝ cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1ยฝ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2ยฝ cups chopped pecans

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF.ย Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
  • To make the shortbread crust: In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter with a fork or pastry blender to create coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of the prepared dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the filling: whisk sugar, eggs, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla in a large bowl. Stir in pecans. Spread over hot crust as soon as it comes out of the oven.
  • Bake for 30โ€“35 minutes more, until filling has set.
  • Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares and serving.

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Notes

Make ahead of time.ย These bars can be made 24โ€“48 hours in advance. Once cool, cover and store the entire slab in the refrigerator. Use a sharp knife to into squares just before serving.
STORE. Cover pecan bars and store them in the fridge for 3-4 days.
FREEZE in gallon-sized freezer bags, with parchment paper in between each layer of bars for up to 6 months! Allow time to thaw before eating.
Make clean even slices
  • Line the pan with parchment paper this will not only help keep them from sticking to the pan, but once the bars cool, you can lift the entire block out of the pan using the parchment paper.
  • Without the side of the pan getting In the way you can then use a large kitchen knife to cut the bars, wipe the blade clean after each cut.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar, Calories: 580kcal, Carbohydrates: 71g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 32g, Saturated Fat: 11g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 93mg, Sodium: 179mg, Potassium: 142mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 53g, Vitamin A: 534IU, Vitamin C: 0.3mg, Calcium: 36mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Recipe FAQ

Additions?

Use toasted pecans. Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Spread the chopped nuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Toast for 6-8 minutes until they turn a deep color and produce a delicious nutty aroma.ย 
Chocolate. Spread semi-sweet chocolate chips onto the hot crust before pouring in the rest of the pecan mixture.ย 
Season. Sprinkle the bars with sea salt before or after baking.ย 

How to store Pecan Pie Bars?

Cover pecan bars and store them in the fridge for 3-4 days.

How to freeze?

Freeze in gallon-sized freezer bags, with parchment paper in between each layer of bars for up to 6 months! Allow time to thaw before eating.

Adapted from tasteofhome.

About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and Iโ€™m the mom of SIX stinkinโ€™ cute kids and the wife to my smokinโ€™ hot hubby, Lo. My momโ€™s maiden name is Luna, and Iโ€™m one of the many crafty โ€œLilโ€™ Lunasโ€ in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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  1. Lil'Luna Team says:

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  2. Noline Bhatt says:

    5 stars
    Made this last night with my aspiring 12 year old baker. This recipe was easy to follow with not too many ingredients. The bars turned out delicious and were a crowd pleaser. We will be making them again in the near future.

  3. Bev Hoffman says:

    I donโ€™t know where I have been, but just discover you and your delightful recipes. I love wholesome foods for my family and have three adult daughters with families of their own that I want to share all of this information with. I am also interested in your holiday cookie recipes because I bake and make Carmelโ€™s and other candy recipes. Does your Christmas recipes come In your book, So Easy and So Yummy?

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      Yes, there are christmas recipes in the cookbook and we have a page in there to help with christmas meal planning too! And then of course, all of our christmas recipes can be found here on the website! So glad to have you here trying out recipes. ๐Ÿ™‚