Looking for more Holiday treats to make? Give my Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bread or my Candied Maple Pecans a try!
Pecan Pie Bars
Warning: These easy pecan pie bars are so addicting! You cannot stop at just one! They have a buttery shortbread crust and are topped with sugary candied maple pecans. They are the perfect dessert to serve for the Holidays or Thanksgiving! Instead of making the traditional pecan pie why not try something different this year?! These Pecan Pie Bars are a hit everywhere I take them. I actually prefer the shortbread crust 10x better than any pie crust I’ve tried. It tastes like a sugar cookie and is so buttery! Plus it’s super easy to make. Simply make the dough in the stand mixer and press into your baking dish. So much easier and less finicky then pie crust! I browned the butter for the pecan filling to make the bars extra nutty. I also added in maple syrup for a twist. You can always substitute corn syrup or honey if you are not a fan of the maple syrup.
How to make Pecan Pie Bars
For the shortbread crust: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13 pan with cooking spray and set aside. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy 3-4 minutes. On low speed add in flour and salt and mix until crumbly. You will still be able to form it with your hands. Press the dough into the prepared baking dish smoothing into an even layer. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. While the crust bakes prepare the pecan filling.
Store: The pecan pie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Here are some other delicious desserts to try!
Easy Caramel Apple Upside Down Cake Triple Chocolate Pumpkin Bread The BEST Brownies Triple Chocolate Mini Cheesecakes The BEST Chocolate Chip Cookies
