These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are the ultimate easy dessert, combining the rich, nutty flavor of pecan pie in a simplified bar form. With a buttery shortbread crust and a gooey, caramelized pecan topping, these bars are perfect for a quick, satisfying treat without the hassle of a traditional pie.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups pecans, chopped or halved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flour and granulated sugar. Add the softened butter and use a fork or pastry cutter to blend until it forms a crumbly dough. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and eggs until smooth.
- Stir in the pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the partially baked crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy these delicious, no-fuss pecan pie bars!