Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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It’s incredibly easy: just four to six ingredients, a short stovetop step, and ten minutes in the oven
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It’s portable and giftable: break it into pieces, bag it up, and you’re done—no slicing, no mess .
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The contrast of crisp graham, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans is completely addictive
ingredients
(Here’s a tip: Check out the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)
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Graham crackers
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Unsalted butter
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Brown sugar
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Pecans (halves or coarsely chopped)
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Salt
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Vanilla extract
directions
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Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly butter it. Arrange graham crackers in a single layer to fully cover the sheet
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Make the topping: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until it boils. Continue to boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly
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Add nuts & flavor: Remove from heat, stir in chopped pecans, salt, and vanilla
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Spread & bake: Pour the hot mixture over the graham crackers, spreading to the edges so every square is covered. Bake for about 10 minutes until bubbly
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Cool & break: Let cool completely—about an hour—until set. Then break into pieces and store in an airtight container at room temperature
Servings and timing
I typically break it into 10–12 pieces.
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Prep time: ~5 minutes
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Cook time: ~10 minutes
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Cool time: ~1 hour
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Total time: ~1 hour and 15 minutes
Variations
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Salted butter or add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt tops for extra savory contrast
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Nut swap: walnuts or almonds work just as well and change the flavor profile.
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Chocolate drizzle: melt dark or white chocolate and drizzle after it cools for a fancier finish.
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Spiced twist: add a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the sugar mixture before baking.
storage/reheating
I leave it at room temperature in an airtight container—stays fresh up to a week. No reheating needed, but a few seconds in the microwave revives the gooey texture.
FAQs
Do I need to boil the butter + sugar mixture?
Yes—the boil cooks off the water and helps the sugar caramelize properly. Boil for a full 2 minutes to get that perfect set .
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
You can, just skip adding extra salt—or go for salted and add flaky salt on top for crunch and flavor.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes—just swap with gluten-free crackers or gluten-free graham-style crackers.
How early can I make this before gifting?
You can bake it a day or two ahead. Wrapped in wax paper or in a sealed tin, it stays crisp and stash-ready
Can this be frozen?
Yes—freeze in airtight bags or containers for up to three months. Thaw at room temp for best texture .
Conclusion
This Easy Pecan Pie Bark is one of my favorite go-to treats—fun to make, irresistible to eat, and perfect for sharing. It’s got that classic pecan pie flavor in a crunchy, handheld form. I always keep a batch on hand for sweet cravings, last-minute gifting, or movie night munching.
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Easy Pecan Pie Bark
- Total Time: ~1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 10–12 pieces
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This buttery graham cracker toffee is topped with caramelized pecans—everything you love about pecan pie in crisp, snackable bark form.
Ingredients
Graham crackers
Unsalted butter
Brown sugar
Pecans (halves or coarsely chopped)
Salt
Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 °F (175 °C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and lightly butter it. Arrange graham crackers in a single layer.
In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and stir in pecans, salt, and vanilla.
Pour the caramel mixture over the graham crackers, spreading it to cover all pieces evenly.
Bake for about 10 minutes until bubbling.
Cool completely (about 1 hour), then break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Use salted butter or top with flaky salt for contrast.
Swap in walnuts or almonds for variation.
Add a chocolate drizzle once cooled for an extra touch.
Spice it up with cinnamon or pumpkin spice in the caramel mixture.
- Prep Time: ~5 minutes
- Cook Time: ~5 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Candy
- Method: Baking, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Southern-Inspired
