Every Thanksgiving, Mom’s pecan pie was the crown jewel—until she turned it into bars. Easier to slice, easier to share, and just as indulgent, these bars pack all the gooey, nutty, caramel goodness of pie into a hand-held treat. No forks, no fuss, just fall flavor royalty.
Crust:
1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
2/3 cup powdered sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
Filling:
1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 large eggs
½ cup brown sugar
1½ tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
2 cups chopped pecans
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13″ pan with parchment.
Cream butter and sugar for crust. Mix in flour and salt until crumbly. Press into pan and bake for 18–20 mins until golden.
Whisk eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, salt, and caramel. Stir in pecans.
Pour over crust. Bake an additional 25–30 mins until set.
Cool completely before slicing.
Everything you love about pie, no fork required—these bars are buttery, nutty, and utterly share-worthy. Perfect for potlucks, lunchboxes, or sneaking the last one for yourself.
Find it online: https://minikitchenmagic.com/caramel-pecan-pie-bars/