Name: Vegan Pecan Pie Bars
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 16 servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1.5 cups almond flour; 0.25 cup vegan butter; 0.25 cup maple syrup; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 0.5 tsp sea salt; 0.5 cup maple syrup; 0.5 cup brown sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups pecans

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Vegan Pecan Pie Bars

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Preheat the oven to 350F and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Mix together with a pastry cutter or a fork until a thick dough forms.

Using your fingers, press the shortbread dough into the prepared baking dish lined with parchment paper. Bake the crust for 8 minutes then remove from oven and let cool.

To make the pecan pie filling, add maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla to a large saucepan over low-medium heat. Stir constantly as the caramel mixture starts to simmer and bubble around the edges.

Carefully stir the pecans in and let the mixture continue to cook for about 1 minute. Remove from heat and immediately pour the caramel pecan mixture on top of the cooled shortbread crust. Using a rubber spatula, quickly spread the pecans into an even layer.

Add the baking dish back to the oven and bake pecan pie bars for about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. The mixture will solidify as it cools.

Once cooled, transfer to the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, then cut into 16 bars. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chill Your Crust Base 🧊
Refrigerate the almond flour and vegan butter mixture for at least 30 minutes before pressing into the pan to prevent shrinking and ensure a crispy, sturdy shortbread foundation.
Toast Your Pecans First 🔥
Lightly toast the pecans for 5-7 minutes at 325°F before adding them to the filling to deepen their flavor and prevent them from becoming soggy in the maple mixture.
Use Pure Maple Syrup 🍁
Invest in 100% pure maple syrup rather than imitation—it provides authentic caramel depth that brown sugar alone cannot replicate and creates the signature gooey texture.
Avoid Overbaking the Filling ⏱️
Pull the bars from the oven when the filling still jiggles slightly in the center (around 25-30 minutes)—residual heat will set them perfectly while keeping that coveted chewy texture.
Cool Completely Before Cutting ✂️
Allow the bars to cool for at least 2-3 hours at room temperature (or chill overnight) before cutting with a hot, wet knife for clean edges and optimal caramel consistency.