Pecan Pie Bars

Gooey caramel-sweet Pecan Pie Bars that are simple, and perfect for holiday sharing! This bars are a healthier spin on the classic pecan pie, they are gluten and refined sugar-free.

Pecan Pie Bars

Serves: 12

Prep Time: 15 min

Cooking Time: 35-40 min

Ingredients

Base

• 1.5 cups almond flour

• 1/4 cup coconut flour

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted

• 1 tsp vanilla

• 1/4 tsp salt

Filling

• 12 Pitted medijool dates

• 1 Cup Non-dairy milk

• 3 tbsp Arrowroot or corn starch

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/4 tsp Sea salt

• 1 1/2 Cup Pecan halves

Method

1. Preheat oven to 350ºF/ 175ºC. Line a baking 8x8 inch tray with parchment paper.

2. Combine base ingredients in a bowl until you form a dough. Press firmly into a square pan (8×8′′) lined with parchment paper. Set aside.

3. Prepare the filling by blending the medijool dates, milk, arrowroot, vanilla, and salt until in a high speed blender and pulse until smooth.

4. Add 1 cup of pecans and press for 30 secs. Spread on top of the base into an even and flat layer.

5. Top with the rest of the pecans and press them tightly.

6. Bake for 35-40 min, until the pecans on top are golden brown. Remove from the oven. Cool down and then refrigerate overnight.