Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars: Easy, Delicious, and Perfect for Any Occasion
Enjoy these Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars—an easy, no-fuss dessert with a buttery crust, gooey pecan filling, and crunchy pecans on top. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or anytime you crave a sweet treat without the hassle of making traditional pecan pie.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 24 bars
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- For the crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- For the filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, combine flour and powdered sugar. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Stir in pecans, then pour filling over the baked crust.
- Return to oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until filling is set and golden.
- Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Let bars cool completely for clean slicing.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
