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Vegan Gluten-Free Pecan Pie Bars

Emily Carter
These pecan pie bars feature a crisp shortbread crust and a sticky-sweet pecan filling—all without dairy, eggs, or gluten.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

Shortbread Crust

  • 1 ½ cups almond flour for a rich, buttery texture
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted (because butter is overrated)
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup sweetness without refined sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract flavor boost
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances the sweetness

Pecan Filling

  • 1 cup pecans chopped (the star of the show)
  • ½ cup maple syrup gooey goodness
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar deep caramel flavor
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil keeps it luscious
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 2.5 tablespoons water because eggs aren’t invited
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract more flavor, always
  • ¼ teaspoon salt essential

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep the Pan

  • Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Make the Shortbread Base

  • Mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt in a bowl.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the pan.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 3: Prepare the Pecan Filling

  • In a small bowl, mix flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  • In a saucepan, heat maple syrup, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and vanilla until smooth.
  • Stir in the flax mixture and chopped pecans.

Step 4: Assemble & Bake

  • Pour the pecan mixture over the baked crust and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until the filling is bubbling and set.

Step 5: Cool & Slice

  • Let it cool completely before slicing into bars.
  • Enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for extra chewiness.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Bar)

  • Calories: ~200
  • Total Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g

Extra Tips for the Best Pecan Pie Bars

  • Toast the pecans for extra depth of flavor.
  • Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Store in the fridge for a firmer texture or at room temp for a softer bite.
  • Drizzle with dairy-free chocolate if you’re feeling extra fancy.
These vegan gluten-free pecan pie bars are dangerously good and deceptively easy. Make them once, and suddenly, pie seems unnecessary.