Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars

 Introduction

These Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are everything you love about classic pecan pie — sweet, buttery, and crunchy — but way easier to make. No pie crust, no complicated steps, just simple ingredients layered together and baked into delicious bars. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or when you’re craving something sweet without the extra work.
Ingredients

For the crust:

    1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted

    2 cups all-purpose flour

    ½ cup brown sugar

    ¼ tsp salt

For the pecan filling:

    1 cup corn syrup (light or dark)

    1 cup brown sugar

    3 large eggs

    2 tbsp melted butter

    1 tsp vanilla extract

    2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions


    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
    
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    Make the crust: In a bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter until crumbly.

    Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
    
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    Bake the crust for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.

    Prepare the filling: In another bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.

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    Stir in the chopped pecans.

    Pour the pecan mixture over the hot crust.

    Bake for 30–35 minutes or until the center is set.

    Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares.

Tips

    For extra flavor, toast the pecans for 5 minutes before adding them.
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    Use parchment paper in the pan for easy removal and clean slicing.

    Add a pinch of cinnamon if you love warm, spiced flavors.

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate up to a week.

    Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for an extra treat 😍