For an extra nutty flavor, toast the pecans before chopping. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Use a high-quality vanilla extract for the best flavor. Don't skip the salt! It balances the sweetness perfectly. Line the pan with parchment paper instead of foil for easier removal.
Mary's Salted Caramel-Pecan Bars
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS127
Imagine the satisfying crunch of graham crackers layered with a decadent, buttery caramel, studded with toasted pecans, and finished with a delicate sprinkle of sea salt. These bars are an irresistible twist on a classic pecan pie, perfect for any occasion.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate15 g
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Cholesterol16 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium106 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
2 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan with aluminum foil; spray with cooking spray.
02
Step
1 mins
Arrange pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan.
03
Step
11 mins
Bake in the preheated oven, stirring halfway through, until pecans are toasted and fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.
04
Step
1 mins
Arrange graham crackers in a single layer on the prepared jelly roll pan.
05
Step
7 mins
Combine brown sugar, butter, and cream in a heavy saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Fold in pecans. Pour pecan mixture over graham crackers, spreading to coat.
06
Step
21 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until topping is bubbling, 10 to 11 minutes. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with salt. Transfer coated crackers and aluminum foil to a wire rack to cool, about 30 minutes. Break into bars.
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Keeley Hoppe
May 24, 2025I added a layer of chocolate ganache on top - decadent!
Evelyn Jast
Apr 17, 2025The recipe was super easy to follow, even for a beginner baker like me.
Marilyne Klein
Mar 31, 2025The salted caramel flavor is absolutely addictive!
Laila Parker
Nov 8, 2024Next time I'll try using a different type of cracker for a fun twist.
Amira Sipes
Nov 1, 2024These bars were a huge hit at our holiday party!
Ericka Balistrerischmeler
Sep 27, 2024So easy to make and everyone loved them.
Forest Wolf
Jul 14, 2024My kids devoured these in minutes! Will definitely make again.
Vallie Schimmel
Mar 28, 2024I made these with walnuts instead of pecans and they were amazing!