Pecan Pie Bark (Printable)

Crunchy caramel pecan bark with melted chocolate and graham cracker base. A quick crowd-pleasing dessert.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 7 oz graham crackers (or digestive biscuits), broken into large pieces

→ Caramel Layer

02 - 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
03 - 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
05 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 tsp kosher salt

→ Topping

07 - 2 cups roughly chopped pecans, toasted
08 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
09 - Sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Arrange graham cracker pieces in a single layer with edges touching.
02 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring constantly, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened and glossy.
03 - Pour the hot caramel mixture evenly over the graham cracker base, spreading carefully with a spatula to cover all pieces.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted pecans evenly over the caramel layer. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes until the caramel begins to bubble.
05 - Remove from the oven and immediately scatter chocolate chips evenly across the top. Let sit for 3 to 4 minutes, then spread the melted chocolate into an even layer using an offset spatula.
06 - Optionally sprinkle with sea salt. Allow to cool completely at room temperature, or refrigerate for faster setting.
07 - Once fully set, break into irregular pieces and store in an airtight container for up to one week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • All the gooey buttery magic of pecan pie without wrestling with pie crust
  • The bark shatters into beautifully imperfect pieces that look stunning on any dessert table
02 -
  • Stir the caramel constantly once it starts boiling because it scorches in seconds and there is no fixing burnt toffee
  • Let the chocolate chips sit on the hot bark before spreading because rushing this step leaves you with streaky clumpy patches
03 -
  • Toasting the pecans in a dry pan for four to five minutes before topping the bark transforms them from good to completely irresistible
  • The caramel thickens fast once removed from heat so pour and spread with confidence rather than hesitation

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