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Vegan Pecan Bars

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Rich and nutty vegan pecan bars with a buttery shortbread crust and gooey topping, perfect for sharing.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (150 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (113 g) cold vegan butter, cubed
  • 1 cup (200 g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut oil or melted vegan butter
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (170 g) pecan halves/chopped mix

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the cold vegan butter, flour, powdered sugar, and salt until crumbly.
  3. Press the mixture into the prepared baking pan to form an even crust.
  4. Pre-bake the crust for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, coconut oil, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  6. Mix in the pecans, then pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
  7. Bake for an additional 25–30 minutes until the filling is set but still jiggly in the center.
  8. Allow to cool completely, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Best paired with dairy-free whipped cream and a dusting of powdered sugar.

  • Author: noglubreadcom
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan