Description
Pecan Pie Bark is a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, combining the buttery crunch of graham crackers with a rich, caramelized pecan topping. This no-fuss treat is perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a sweet and crunchy snack without the hassle of a traditional pie.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 13 graham crackers
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
Topping
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups pecan halves, roughly chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a rimmed sheet pan with aluminum foil. Lightly grease the foil with butter to prevent sticking, then arrange the graham crackers on the foil, breaking them as needed to cover the pan evenly.
- Cook the Topping: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, pecans, and salt. Stir constantly and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it cook for 2 minutes while stirring to ensure it doesn’t burn and becomes smooth and caramelized.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the topping with flavor.
- Assemble: Immediately pour the hot pecan mixture evenly over the arranged graham crackers on the sheet pan. Use a spatula to spread the mixture to the edges, making sure the pecans are distributed evenly and the crackers are fully covered.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pecan pie bark to cool completely at room temperature so it hardens. Once cooled, break it into rustic pieces and enjoy your crunchy, sweet treat.
Notes
- Use unsalted butter to control the saltiness of the topping.
- Chopping pecans roughly ensures a nice texture with crunchy pecan pieces in every bite.
- Be careful while cooking the topping to avoid burning the sugar; constant stirring is key.
- Make sure the mixture is hot when poured over crackers so it spreads evenly.
- Allow the bark to cool completely for the best texture and easy breaking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pecan pie bark, pecan bark, easy dessert, holiday dessert, sweet snack, graham cracker dessert, caramel pecan treat
