Hi Bold Bakers! Pecan pie is a holiday staple, but it’s not always the easiest dessert to make (except mine, which is the exception, because I’ve simplified it for you!). On top of that, some can find it overwhelmingly sweet. But these homemade pecan pie bars change the game! Already have an account? The texture of these bars is mind-blowing. It’s the perfect amount of crumbly, buttery shortbread, topped with gooey-sweet maple syrup filling and crunchy-chewy pecans. The ratio of crust to filling to nuts is so even, so you get all that texture in every bite. The filling is much thinner than that of a pie, so it’s less sweet, and a hint of salt rounds the flavors out like you would not believe. I know I said it before, but I need to say it again: this is so much easier to make than pecan pie. I love pecan pie, but this recipe is one I’d go to time and time again.
What Are Pecan Pie Bars?
My homemade pecan pie bars are everything you love in a pecan pie, except way easier to make and somehow even more delicious. Many pecan pies can be a bit too thick, a bit too sweet, and just a bit too much. But these bars are balanced, from the flavor to the texture to the ratio. If you love this recipe, you’ll love the Buttermilk Pecan Pie recipe I debuted last year!
What You Need To Make Pecan Pie Bars
Measuring Cups and Spoons 8-inch (20cm) square baking pan Aluminum foil Food processor or large mixing bowl Mixing bowls Small saucepan Candy thermometer
How To Make Pecan Pie Bars
There are two steps to making these perfect pecan pie bars: the crust and the filling. Here is how you make them:
Gemma’s Pro Chef Tips For Making Pecan Pie Bars
The crust may seem dry at first but keep blending the butter until it comes together and can be gathered into a ball. For a large crowd, this recipe can be doubled and made in a 9×13-inch (23x33cm) pan. For a fun variation, try making these bars with walnuts instead. Maple and bourbon go very well together – if you are a fan, try replacing the vanilla extract with 2 tablespoons of bourbon. Make sure that you use pure maple syrup and not imitation maple-flavored syrup. Try adding a drizzle of dark chocolate ganache to these bars once cooled – let set before cutting.
How Do I Store Pecan Pie Bars?
The best way to store leftover pecan pie bars is to loosely cover them and keep them at room temperature. They will be good for up to 3 days.
Make More Fall Recipes!
Pumpkin Pancakes Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Pecan Pie Buttermilk Pecan Pie
And don’t forget to buy my Bigger Bolder Baking cookbook for more recipes!
