Pie marks the intersection of so many of life’s greatest joys. There’s the nostalgia woven into every bite—memories of Thanksgivings past and your family’s go-to recipes. Of course, there’s also a dual comfort present in the simple fact of pie: nothing beats a buttery crust and the sweet, warming bite always satisfies. But on the days leading up to the holiday, while we might still crave the flavor of our favorite pecan pie, we might also not be up for making it. When that’s the case, this pecan pie bars recipe is exactly what you need.
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Shortcut recipes are my not-so-guilty pleasure. Sometimes, I just don’t have the time. (And truth be told, the desire to get my hands *really* dirty in the kitchen isn’t always there.) Because of that, I’m endlessly thankful that this pecan pie bars recipe exists. Courtesy of culinary genius, Elizabeth Van Lierde, this recipe delivers all the flavors I want, minus the hassle. It’s a win-win for everyone: great flavor in little time. What’s not to love?
Below, Elizabeth shares what makes this recipe her go-to fall treat. Plus, she breaks down a few tips and tricks for making these bars particularly addicting. Gather up your ingredients and get to baking—the time to indulge is now.
Elizabeth Van Lierde on What Makes This Pecan Pie Bars Recipe So Special
Every year, I make a large, extremely gooey pecan pie for my step-grandfather, Norval. Norval has great taste, especially in his pies. He likes his pecan extremely thick and rich with brown sugar filling and not too many pecans. His taste preferences are the inspiration for this chocolate bourbon pecan pie bars recipe.
It’s made extraordinarily decadent with a chocolate bourbon-infused filling on top of a rich shortbread crust. One bite and you won’t be able to stop ‘mmm’ing’ and longing for a tall cup of coffee. Pro tip: If you love gifting cookie boxes for the holidays, these bars are a great addition.
Keep reading for all the details on how to make these chocolate bourbon pecan pie bars from Elizabeth van Lierde’s cookbook, Everyday Entertaining.
This post was originally published on October 19, 2021, and has since been updated.