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These healthier pecan pie bars are gluten free and taste exactly like real pecan pie! They’re simple to make, have a delicious gooey pecan filling on top, and only require 5 minutes of prep time.
The healthy pecan pie bars will become your new obsession. They are super gooey and will have you coming back for more. The best part is that they are super easy to make.
If you like this recipe you will love my Healthier Brookies (Brownie + Cookie Bars) or my No Bake Brownie Bars.
You can use a mixture of nuts for this recipe. I used 1 cup chopped pecans and 1/2 cup chopped walnuts. Top with flakey sea salt, whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to serve.
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Healthier Pecan Pie Bars
Ingredients
Shortbread Crust:
- 2 cups (224 g) almond flour
- 1/4 cup (59.15 ml) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (59.15 ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Pecan Filling:
- 1/2 cup (80 g) coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup (59.15 ml) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (59.15 ml) maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 eggs,, room temperature
- 1½ cups (148.5 g) pecans,, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Line an 8×8 inch brownie pan with parchment paper.
Shortbread Crust:
- In a large bowl, add in the almond flour, olive oil, syrup, vanilla and mix together until combined. Transfer to the pan and spread out evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown at the edges.
Pecan Filling:
- Wipe your bowl cleanish. Add in coconut sugar, olive oil, syrup, vanilla, eggs and mix together until combined. Fold in the pecans. Transfer to the pan and spread out evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until set. Allow to sit in the pan for 15 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely. Top with flaky sea salt.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
- You can use honey or any liquid sweetener in place of the maple syrup.
- You can use coconut sugar or brown sugar.
Is there an alternative for almond flour? Can I use all purpose?