pecan pie bars

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Clermont, FL
Updated on Dec 1, 2025

I have been searching for a great pecan pie recipe that would be just the right ratio of pecans, filling, and crust, that would feed a crowd. I put my own spin on it by replacing the traditional corn syrup with Lyle's Golden Syrup, which is made from sugar cane. The difference in taste is out of this world! This has quickly become a family favorite for the holidays. You can purchase Lyle's Golden Syrup on Amazon; the taste difference is truly worth it when replacing corn syrup in a recipe.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield 18 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 refrigerated pie crusts
  • 4 cups pecans, halved
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup Lyle's golden syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 3 tablespoons vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

How To Make pecan pie bars

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place the rack in the middle shelf.
  • Step 2
    Place pie crusts on the counter for fifteen minutes to come to room temperature.
  • Piecrust ready to be filled and baked.
    Step 3
    Cut and piece together the three pie crusts to fit a 12" X 17" jellyroll pan, making sure all seams are sealed, crimping an edge along the pie.
  • Step 4
    Place the prepared pie crust into the refrigerator while preparing the pecans and filling.
  • Pecans toasting in skillet.
    Step 5
    Heat a large skillet on medium heat, and add pecan halves, stirring frequently until fragrant and slightly toasted. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from the skillet and set aside to cool.
  • Step 6
    Whisk eggs in a large bowl, adding golden syrup, brown sugar, butter, salt, and vanilla.
  • Step 7
    Remove the pie crust from the refrigerator and arrange pecan halves in a single layer on the pie crust.
  • Step 8
    Slowly pour the filling mixture into the pie crust, and place it in the oven.
  • Step 9
    Bake for 35-40 minutes until the sheet pie puffs up and jiggles slightly in the middle, and the piecrust is golden.
  • Pecan Pie Bars fresh out of the oven.
    Step 10
    Place on a wire rack to cool. Serve slightly warm or cool.

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Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Nuts

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