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Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

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Okay listen, I love a good homemade pie moment. The gooey center, the buttery crust, the sweet pecans - it’s basically dessert perfection. But sometimes… I just don’t have it in me to make a full-blown pie from scratch. Enter: Pecan Pie Bark, aka the lazy woman’s way to satisfy that pecan pie craving in a snap!

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Now, full disclosure - my husband is the real baker in the family! He’s a computer guy by trade, so baking with all its exact measurements and scientific vibes? Totally his jam. Me? I’m more of a “eyeball it and hope for the best” kinda gal. But every now and then I need something warm, sweet, and nostalgic… without turning my kitchen into a war zone.

This bark? Total game changer. You get all those old-fashioned pecan pie flavors - sweet caramel-y sauce, buttery crunch, toasty pecans - but it’s ready in under 30 minutes of actual effort. Layer it on a sheet, pour the magic, bake, and BOOM. You’re a dessert hero.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • 14 graham crackers (full-size sheets)
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups chopped pecans (rough cuts for texture!)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Tools & Supplies:

  • Large baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Medium saucepan
  • Silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups & spoons

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F, and line a large baking sheet with foil.

Lay out your graham crackers in a single layer - if you're using a 17x11 pan, 14 crackers should fit perfectly.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

In a medium saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and sea salt over low heat, stirring often to keep it smooth.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Once melted, increase the heat to bring the mixture to a low boil. Boil for 2 full minutes, then remove from heat.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Stir in vanilla and pecans until evenly combined.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Immediately pour the mixture over the graham crackers and spread evenly with a silicone spatula.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Bake for 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

Let cool completely for 1-2 hours (or pop it in the fridge if you’re impatient like me), then break into pieces.

Just Like Grandma’s Pecan Pie - But In Bark Form

💡 Tara’s Tips:

  • For deeper flavor, use dark brown sugar (my favorite!)
  • You can use salted butter - just reduce or skip the added sea salt.
  • Want a little chocolate flair? Drizzle with melted chocolate after it cools!

Perfect For:

  • Holiday gifting
  • Cookie trays
  • Potlucks and parties
  • Midnight snacking

This is one of those magical recipes that feels nostalgic, tastes homemade, and takes almost no time to throw together. You can wrap it in cute cellophane bags for the holidays, pile it high on a dessert tray, or hoard it quietly in the pantry. (I won't tell if you won't!)

Yield: 28

Pecan Pie Bark

This easy Pecan Pie Bark recipe is the lazy woman’s way to enjoy all the buttery, caramelized goodness of classic pecan pie - without the fuss! Made with graham crackers, brown sugar, pecans, and vanilla, it’s a quick holiday dessert perfect for gifting, cookie trays, or snacking straight from the pan. A must-make sweet treat for Thanksgiving or Christmas!

This easy Pecan Pie Bark recipe is the lazy woman’s way to enjoy all the buttery, caramelized goodness of classic pecan pie - without the fuss!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 14 Graham Crackers
  • 1 cup Butter
  • 1 cup packed Brown Sugar
  • 2 cups Pecans, chopped roughly into different sizes
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Add one layer of graham crackers to the baking sheet. If using the large 17x11 size baking sheet, this will be 14 graham crackers.
  3. Add the butter, brown sugar and sea salt to a medium saucepan and melt over low heat, stirring and scraping the bottom and sides of the pan often.
  4. Turn up the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, and allow to boil for 2 minutes.
  5. Remove from the heat and immediately stir in the vanilla and pecans.
  6. Carefully pour the mixture over the crackers and spread it out with a silicone spatula. 
  7. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 10m minutes.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely for 1-2 hours, then break into pieces.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

28

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 258Total Fat: 21gSaturated Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 19mgSodium: 114mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 2gSugar: 11gProtein: 2g
© Tara Jacobsen
Category: Dessert Recipes

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