Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars

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💖 Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars 🍯

✨ Introduction

These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are the ultimate solution when you crave all the gooey, nutty decadence of traditional pecan pie without the fuss. Made with ready-made pie crusts and a luscious pecan filling, they come together effortlessly and bake into perfect handheld squares of joy. Whether it’s for a family gathering, holiday feast, or just to treat yourself on a cozy afternoon, these bars promise to steal the show.

📜 A Little History

Pecan pie is a beloved Southern classic that dates back to the late 19th century. Early recipes were published in Texas cookbooks, celebrating the native pecan tree. When Karo syrup began mass marketing in the 1930s, it popularized the gooey, custardy style of pecan pie we adore today. Transforming this pie into easy bars is a modern twist — perfect for potlucks and casual snacking, loved especially by those who want a “no fork required” indulgence.

🥰 Benefits

  • Quick & easy: Using refrigerated pie crusts means you skip rolling and mixing dough from scratch.
  • Portion-friendly: Bars are easier to serve and eat than pie slices.
  • Nutritious twist: Pecans are rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants.
  • Crowd-pleaser: These bars are always a hit, from bake sales to backyard BBQs.

📝 Ingredients

For the crust

  • 1 package (16 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)

For the filling

  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 cups chopped pecans

🍳 Instructions & Methods

1️⃣ Prepare the crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Unroll the two pie crusts. Slightly overlap them on a lightly floured surface, then roll out gently to form a large rectangle (about 13×9 inches) to fit your baking pan.
  3. Press into the bottom and slightly up the sides of an ungreased 13×9-inch pan. Trim any excess.

2️⃣ Make the filling

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until well combined and smooth.
  2. Stir in the chopped pecans.

3️⃣ Assemble & bake

  1. Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the crust in your pan.
  2. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed (it may jiggle slightly in the center but will firm up as it cools).
  3. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 2 hours.

4️⃣ Slice & serve

  • Once cool, cut into bars of your desired size. Serve as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel.

🍽 Formation & Serving Ideas

  • For gatherings: Place bars in decorative paper liners on a platter.
  • For gifts: Wrap individually in wax paper and tie with a ribbon.
  • For dessert plates: Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle.

❤️ Lovers of This Dessert

Pecan pie lovers will swoon over these bars. Sweet-toothed friends will adore the rich caramel flavor. Even “pie skeptics” might convert after one bite of the buttery crust topped with crunchy, nutty filling.

🌿 Nutritional Note

(Approximate per bar if cut into 24 bars)

  • Calories: ~230
  • Fat: ~13g (pecans provide heart-healthy fats)
  • Carbs: ~28g
  • Protein: ~3g
  • Fiber: ~1g

🎉 Conclusion

These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars deliver everything you love about classic pecan pie with a fraction of the effort. Perfect for novice bakers, busy hosts, or anyone who loves homemade treats with minimal prep. Each chewy, nutty bite is a sweet testament to why some recipes never go out of style.

💌 From One Sweet Tooth to Another

Bake these bars to share with your favorite people. Watch as their eyes light up at the first bite. After all, the best recipes aren’t just about taste—they’re about making memories, one gooey square at a time.

✅ Happy baking! If you’d like, I can also give you:

  • variations (like adding chocolate chips or bourbon)
  • a mini version for cupcake tins
  • or a gluten-free adaptation.

Just tell me what you’d like next! 🍂

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