Description
Rich, gooey, and layered with nutty goodness, these pecan pie bars feature a double pie crust and a sweet pecan filling — perfect for potlucks, holidays, or when you want pecan pie without the fuss of slicing wedges.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 2 pie crusts (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups corn syrup (light or dark)
- 1.5 cups brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1–2 tsp ground cinnamon or nutmeg, 2 tbsp bourbon, substitute part of the corn syrup with maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Base crust: Press one pie crust evenly into the bottom of the dish.
- Make filling: In a large bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, and salt. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Layer 1: Pour half the pecan filling over the bottom crust.
- Middle crust: Place the second pie crust over the filling layer.
- Layer 2: Pour the remaining filling on top. Optionally sprinkle with extra pecans.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and center is just set.
- Cool: Let cool at least 20 minutes before slicing into bars.
Notes
Add bourbon, cinnamon, or a touch of maple syrup to deepen the flavor. Bars can be made a day ahead and stored covered at room temperature or refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American