Description
Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are the easiest way to enjoy classic pecan pie flavor without the fuss. With a buttery shortbread crust and gooey pecan filling, these dessert bars are simple, quick, and perfect for holidays or any time. Keywords: pecan pie bars, easy pecan dessert, shortbread crust bars, lazy pecan bars, holiday desserts.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup corn syrup
3 large eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix softened butter, flour, and granulated sugar until a crumbly dough forms.
3. Press crust mixture evenly into prepared pan and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until lightly golden.
4. While crust bakes, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl.
5. Stir in chopped pecans and let sit a few minutes to absorb the liquid.
6. Pour pecan mixture over hot crust once removed from oven.
7. Return to oven and bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until center is just set.
8. Let bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.
9. Serve at room temperature or chilled for a firmer texture.
10. Store in airtight container in fridge for up to 5 days or freeze up to 2 months.
Notes
Let the bars cool completely before slicing to help them set perfectly.
You can lightly toast pecans before adding for enhanced flavor.
Substitute maple syrup for corn syrup if desired, but expect a slightly different texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg