Description
This Pecan Pie Bark is a cozy, foolproof dessert that delivers all the buttery, caramelized flavor of classic pecan pie—without the crust or stress. Made with simple ingredients and no candy thermometer, it’s perfect for holidays, gifting, or anytime you want a quick pecan dessert that always turns out.
Ingredients
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2 cups pecan halves
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½ cup brown sugar (packed)
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½ cup unsalted butter
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon salt
Optional add-ins
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Chocolate chips or melted chocolate (for drizzle)
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Graham cracker pieces
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Flaky sea salt for finishing
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Spread the pecan halves evenly across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
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In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring until smooth and glossy.
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Remove from heat. Stir in the egg, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
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Carefully pour the mixture over the pecans and spread evenly with a spatula.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the mixture is actively bubbling and slightly darker in color.
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Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the pan without touching.
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Once fully set, lift the bark out using the parchment paper and break into pieces.
Notes
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Do not stir the mixture once it’s poured over the pecans—this helps the bark set properly.
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Let the bark cool completely before breaking; it continues to firm up as it cools.
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For chocolate pecan pie bark, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled bark and let it set.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg