Healthy Gluten-Free Pecan Pie Bars
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Healthy Gluten-Free Pecan Pie Bars, a wholesome twist on the classic dessert! These bars combine crunchy pecans with a sweet, gooey filling, all nestled atop a buttery almond flour crust. Perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to busy weeknights—these bars offer a guilt-free treat that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and great for meal prep, you can make them ahead of time and store them in your fridge for a sweet snack anytime. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, your friends and family will be clamoring for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract (if using) to form the crust. Press into a lined baking pan and bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- While the crust bakes, whisk together coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract (if using), eggs, and chopped pecans in another bowl until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and return to the oven for 20-25 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before chilling in the fridge for an hour. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg