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Brown Butter Pecan Pie Bars

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Brown Butter Pecan Pie Bars are a rich, handheld twist on the classic pecan pie, featuring a buttery shortbread crust and a gooey, nutty filling made with browned butter and toasted pecans. Perfect for holidays or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (for crust)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for filling, browned)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup or maple syrup
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cups chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened butter and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix until a crumbly dough forms.
  4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
  5. While the crust bakes, brown 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty in aroma. Let it cool slightly.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup brown sugar, 3/4 cup corn syrup or maple syrup, 3 eggs, 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  7. Whisk in the cooled brown butter until combined.
  8. Stir in 2 cups of chopped, toasted pecans.
  9. Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading evenly.
  10. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed in the center.
  11. Let the bars cool completely in the pan, then lift out using parchment and slice into squares.

Notes

Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.Toasting pecans enhances flavor but is optional.Substitute corn syrup with maple syrup, honey, or golden syrup.Can be made 1–2 days ahead and refrigerated.Use gluten-free flour for a GF version.Add chocolate chips or a splash of bourbon for variations.

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