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Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars – Easy Holiday Dessert Recipe

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are the ultimate fuss-free dessert. They’ve got all the rich, gooey goodness of classic pecan pie but without the hassle of making a pie crust. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you want a quick and easy sweet treat!


Ingredients

Crust:

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/4 tsp salt

Filling:

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 cup light corn syrup

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

  • 2 cups chopped pecans


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.

  2. In a medium bowl, mix together melted butter, flour, sugar, and salt to make the crust. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared dish.

  3. Bake the crust for 15–18 minutes or until lightly golden.

  4. While the crust is baking, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans.

  5. Pour the pecan filling over the hot crust as soon as it comes out of the oven.

  6. Return to the oven and bake for another 30–35 minutes, or until the center is set.

  7. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Chill in the fridge for clean slices.


Notes

  • You can use dark corn syrup for a deeper flavor.

  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of bourbon for extra holiday vibes.

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg