Pecan Pie Bark

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Pecan Pie Bark is a sweet, crunchy treat that combines buttery toffee and nutty pecans on a crisp graham cracker base—capturing all the flavors of classic pecan pie in an easy-to-make bark form.

While I do love traditional pecan pie, I also love fun twists on classic recipes! If you like this Pecan Pie Bark, you’ll also like my Pecan Pie Ritz Cookies, and Pecan Pie Dip! 

Why you’ll love this recipe:

If you’re craving the warm, buttery flavor of pecan pie but don’t want the hassle of making a traditional pie crust, you’re going to love this easy, addictive Pecan Pie Bark recipe. Made with graham crackers, a quick homemade toffee, and plenty of pecans, this sweet, crunchy treat is everything you love about fall desserts—in bark form!

Perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday gift boxes, or a cozy night in, this Pecan Pie Bark with graham crackers is as simple as it is irresistible.

Ingredients you’ll need:

• Graham crackers 
• Butter 
• Brown sugar 
• Pecan pieces
• Vanilla extract 

Skip the rolling pin and pie crust! Pecan Pie Bark delivers that same rich, buttery, nutty flavor as traditional pecan pie, but in a simple, no-fail format that comes together in minutes. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and minimal prep, you can whip up a batch in less than 30 minutes. It’s perfect for busy holiday seasons when you want something impressive without spending hours in the kitchen.

Is bark the easiest homemade candy out there? If not, this Pecan Pie Bark definitely is. It uses just five ingredients for an oven-baked bark with plenty of crunch. When I say easy, I mean you’re looking at 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of baking time and no candy thermometer needed!

This Pecan Pie Bark is the ultimate sweet-and-salty dessert. The graham crackers add a warm honey flavor and crispy base, while the brown sugar toffee melts into the crackers and creates a rich, caramelized layer. Add pecans into the mix, and you’ve got the perfect crunch, flavor, and holiday nostalgia in every bite. It’s like pecan pie meets candy brittle—but better!

How to make the best Pecan Pie Bark:

• Line a baking sheet with foil, then break each graham cracker sheet in half and position the graham cracker squares to cover the bottom of the baking sheet, further breaking them where necessary to make them fit.
• In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and pecans. Bring the mixture to a boil then continue cooking for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Immediately pour the hot pecan mixture over the graham crackers and spread to the edges to completely cover the graham crackers.
• Bake for 10-12 minutes, then let cool completely before breaking into pieces.

​​Looking for a quick and irresistible fall dessert that brings all the flavor of classic pecan pie without the hassle of making a crust? This Pecan Pie Bark is your new go-to sweet treat. With layers of buttery toffee and crunchy pecans, this bark delivers everything you love about pecan pie—in a fraction of the time.

Pecan Pie Bark fits seamlessly into any seasonal dessert table—from Thanksgiving to Christmas. It’s a festive, crowd-pleasing snack that feels indulgent but is surprisingly easy to make. Sweet, salty, buttery, crunchy—it checks all the boxes. The graham cracker base soaks up the brown sugar toffee, and the toasted pecans on top add the perfect nutty crunch. It’s the kind of treat where one piece turns into five.

Whether you’re baking for Thanksgiving, making holiday cookie trays, or just craving something sweet and nutty, this easy pecan bark recipe will blow your mind. It’s fast, flavorful, and utterly addictive—your family and friends will beg you for the recipe!

My top tips:

• LINE YOUR PAN: Don’t skip the step of lining your pan with foil! Lining your pan prevents the bark from sticking and makes it easy to peel up and break or cut into pieces once it is cooled.
• PECANS: I’d recommend using walnuts if you don’t like pecans. They’re similar in both texture and taste!
• BOILING: Avoid cooking the pecan topping for too long. Boiling the topping for 2 minutes before baking is what gives the bark a perfectly crisp, yet chewy texture. It’s also important to stir this mixture continuously to prevent any burning.
• SPREADING: You’ll want to work quickly to spread the pecan topping on top of the graham crackers. Once the mixture starts to cool, it becomes much harder to spread into an even layer. 
• COOLING: You can let this bark set at room temperature, but it will take hours for the topping to fully harden. To speed up the process, feel free to place it in the fridge or freezer for 30 minutes to set.
• STORING: Transfer any leftover Pecan Pie Bark into an airtight container and store at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 1 week. This bark can also be frozen for up to 3 months!

Looking for more bark recipes? Check these out!

• Mint Chocolate Bark
• S’mores Bark
• Samoa Bark
• Cookies and Cream Bark
• Brownie Batter Bark
• Salted Caramel Pretzel Bark
• Caramel Apple Bark
• Cookie Dough Bark
• Reese’s Bark

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