Pecan Pie Bark
This Pecan Pie Bark is the perfect holiday treat! Made with a simple combination of graham crackers and a pecan caramel layer. It’s a great snack for your upcoming holiday parties.
We love pecans and think that they make such a wonderful holiday dessert. And, this simple pecan bark recipe is no different. Your friends and family are going to love this sweet treat.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- You only need simple ingredients so you don’t have to worry about spending a lot of money that make this homemade candy recipe.
- The combination of sweet and salty graham crackers pair well with the buttery caramel topping to make the ultimate flavor combination.
- This recipe is easy enough that even beginners can make it.
🛒Ingredients
This is a quick overview of the steps that you need to make this recipe. You can find the full list of ingredients and amounts needed in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- graham crackers
- butter
- dark brown sugar
- chopped pecans
- salt
- cinnamon
- vanilla
🔪 How to Make This Pecan Pie Bark
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this simple pecan bark recipe. You can find the full list of instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Lay the graham crackers in an even layer covering the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
In a medium sized saucepan, place the butter, brown sugar, pecans, salt and cinnamon and bring to a boil over low/medium heat, stirring constantly. Once the mixture begins to boil, keep stirring for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add the vanilla and mix.
Pour the mixture over the top of the graham crackers, trying to spread it in an even layer. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
Remove and let the bark cool completely before breaking into smaller serving-sized pieces.
🥄 Equipment
- 10×15 cookie sheet
- Aluminum foil
- medium-sized saucepan
- Rubber spatula
🥫 Storage
Storage – Store the bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. Be sure to keep it away from heat sources so that it doesn’t melt again.
Serve With
This simple bark recipe goes well with your favorite holiday meal. We like to serve it with our Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Slow Cooker Cranberry Sauce, and this Slow Cooker Cranberry Pecan Stuffing.
💭 Tips
Here are a few tips that you can use to help you make this pecan pie bark recipe.
- Make sure that you line your baking sheet with foil so that your bark doesn’t stick to the pan.
- It’s important to use a baking pan with edges so that you don’t have a mess in your oven.
- Don’t leave your caramel mixture unattended while it’s cooking, you don’t want it to scorch.
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Yes, this pecan bark can be made up to 24 hours in advance.
Yes, saltine crackers make a great base for this pecan candy recipe.
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🧾Recipe Card
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Pecan Pie Bark
Equipment
- 10×15 cookie sheet
- Aluminum foil
- medium sized saucepan
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 10 graham crackers
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Instructions
- Line a 10 x 15 cookie sheet with foil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
- Lay the graham crackers in an even layer covering the bottom of the pan. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- In a medium sized saucepan, place the butter, brown sugar, pecans, salt and cinnamon and bring to a boil over low/medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Once the mixture begins to boil, keep stirring for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and add the vanilla and mix.
- Pour the mixture over the top of the graham crackers, trying to spread it in an even layer.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove and let the bark cool completely before breaking into smaller serving sized pieces.
