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Healthy Pecan Pie Bars

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
Delicious and wholesome pecan pie bars that combine rich flavors with healthy ingredients, perfect for a satisfying treat.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 0.25 cup maple syrup
  • 0.33 cup melted ghee or butter (cooled)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.67 cup coconut flour
  • 0.25 cup tapioca flour
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Filling

  • 0.33 cup maple syrup
  • 0.67 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 2.5 cups chopped pecans
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt

Optional Topping

  • to taste Maldon sea salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare an 8x8 inch pan with parchment and spray.
  • Mix maple syrup, cooled ghee, egg, vanilla, coconut flour, tapioca flour, and salt to form a dough. Press into the pan and poke lightly with a fork.
  • Bake crust for 8 minutes, then cool. Meanwhile, whisk together maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla, and almond milk over medium heat until thickened. Remove from heat and stir in pecans and salt.
  • Pour filling over crust, bake for 15-17 minutes until bubbling. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired, then cool for 1 hour before refrigerating for 2 hours. Cut into bars and serve.

Notes

For best texture, refrigerate before serving. Optional sea salt enhances flavor.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pecans