
Why Make This Recipe
Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are the perfect dessert when you want something sweet but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. These bars have all the rich and nutty flavor of a classic pecan pie, but they’re much easier to make. You don’t need to roll out dough or use a pie pan. Just mix, pour, and bake.
These bars are great for holidays, parties, or just a cozy night at home. They cut easily into squares, so they’re easy to share. Plus, you can make them ahead of time and keep them in the fridge or freezer until you’re ready to serve.
If you love the taste of pecan pie but want a faster way to enjoy it, this recipe is for you. The crust is buttery, and the filling is gooey and full of pecans. It’s everything you love in a pecan pie, made simple.
How to Make Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the filling:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix softened butter and brown sugar for the crust until smooth.
- Add the flour and salt, and mix until crumbly.
- Press this crust mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter.
- Add brown sugar, honey, and heavy cream. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Let it boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Pour this mixture evenly over the baked crust.
- Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
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