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Quick No-Bake Pecan Pie Bark with Graham Crackers

Three stacked bars of glossy pecan pie bark showing a thick layer of caramelized pecans over a shortbread crust.
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Make this easy, crunchy pecan pie bark using graham crackers as a base. It captures the buttery, caramelized flavor of pecan pie without baking, making it a fast holiday treat or simple snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 2 cups packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 box (14.4 ounces) graham crackers, whole sheets
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it boil for exactly one minute without stirring.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  4. Arrange the graham cracker sheets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, breaking them slightly if needed to fit.
  5. Pour the hot sugar mixture evenly over the graham crackers, spreading quickly to cover the entire surface.
  6. Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the hot toffee layer.
  7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and lightly browned. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Remove the sheet from the oven. If using chocolate, immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot bark. Let it sit for 5 minutes to melt.
  9. Spread the melted chocolate into an even layer using an offset spatula.
  10. Let the bark cool completely at room temperature, or place it in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to set quickly.
  11. Once firm, break the bark into irregular pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a smoother toffee texture, some cooks add 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar to the sugar mixture before boiling.
  • If you prefer a Southern Pecan Treat flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • This recipe works well for Easy Edible Gifts when wrapped individually.

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