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These keto pecan pie bars are rich and nutty. They have a soft almond crust and a sweet pecan topping. They use low-carb sweeteners and keep carbs low. You can bake them for a crisp top and gooey middle.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe when you want a low-carb dessert that tastes like pecan pie. It is easier than a full pie. The bars are easy to cut and share. They fit keto or low-carb plans.
how to make Keto Pecan Pie Bars Recipe
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment.
- Make the crust: mix almond flour, granular sweetener, salt, and melted butter. Press the mix firmly into the pan. Bake 10 minutes until light golden.
- Make the pecan filling: melt the butter in a bowl. Stir in brown sugar replacement, allulose, heavy cream, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Fold in chopped pecans and sugar free chocolate chips.
- Pour the filling over the warm crust. Spread evenly.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool to room temperature, then chill at least 2 hours to set. Cut into bars.
Ingredients :
- 1 1/4 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup granular sweetener ((erythritol-based))
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar replacement
- 1/4 cup allulose
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1/4 cup sugar free chocolate chips
Directions :
Crust
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix almond flour, 1/4 cup granular sweetener, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup melted butter.
- Press into an 8×8 inch pan lined with parchment.
- Bake 10 minutes until light golden. Let cool slightly.
Pecan Pie Filling
- In a bowl, melt 1/4 cup butter.
- Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar replacement, 1/4 cup allulose, and 1/4 cup heavy cream.
- Add 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in 1 1/2 cup chopped pecans and 1/4 cup sugar free chocolate chips.
- Pour over warm crust and bake 20–25 minutes until mostly set.
- Cool, then chill 2 hours before cutting.
how to serve Keto Pecan Pie Bars Recipe
Cut the bars into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Add a dollop of whipped cream or a few extra pecans on top if you like. Serve small pieces since they are rich.
how to store Keto Pecan Pie Bars Recipe
Keep bars in an airtight container in the fridge. They last 5–7 days chilled. You can freeze them up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
tips to make Keto Pecan Pie Bars Recipe
- Press the crust firmly for a neat base.
- Let bars cool fully before cutting to avoid crumbles.
- Use room temperature eggs for a smooth filling.
- If you want sweeter bars, add a bit more allulose to the filling.
- Chop pecans roughly for texture.
variation (if any)
- Make a no-bake version: press crust and chill until firm, then use a chilled pecan filling recipe and set in freezer.
- Swap pecans for walnuts for a different nut flavor.
- Add cinnamon or a pinch of nutmeg to the filling for warm spice notes.
- Skip chocolate chips or use sugar-free butterscotch chips.
FAQs
Q: Are these bars very sweet?
A: They are sweet but not overly so. You can adjust sweetener to taste.
Q: Can I use a different flour?
A: Almond flour works best for keto. Other flours will change texture and carb count.
Q: Can I make these nut-free?
A: The recipe uses pecans as the main ingredient. For nut-free, try seeds like sunflower, but the flavor will differ.
Q: Do I have to chill before cutting?
A: Yes. Chilling helps the filling set and makes clean slices.
Q: Can I use only erythritol instead of allulose?
A: You can, but allulose helps with a gooey texture. Using only erythritol may make the filling grainy.
Conclusion
For a classic baked version, see this detailed Keto Pecan Pie Bars recipe from a trusted blog: Keto Pecan Pie Bars – All Day I Dream About Food. If you want a no-bake option and different tips, this no-bake recipe is helpful: No Bake Keto Pecan Pie Bars Dessert Recipe – Stylish Cravings.
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Keto Pecan Pie Bars
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings 1x
- Diet: Keto
Description
These keto pecan pie bars are rich and nutty with a soft almond crust and sweet pecan topping, perfect for a low-carb dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup granular sweetener (erythritol-based)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar replacement
- 1/4 cup allulose
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecans (chopped)
- 1/4 cup sugar free chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix almond flour, 1/4 cup granular sweetener, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 cup melted butter.
- Press into an 8×8 inch pan lined with parchment.
- Bake for 10 minutes until light golden. Let cool slightly.
- In a bowl, melt 1/4 cup butter.
- Stir in 1/4 cup brown sugar replacement, 1/4 cup allulose, and 1/4 cup heavy cream.
- Add 2 large eggs, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/4 tsp salt. Mix until smooth.
- Fold in 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans and 1/4 cup sugar free chocolate chips.
- Pour over warm crust and bake for 20–25 minutes until mostly set.
- Cool, then chill for 2 hours before cutting.
Notes
Chill before cutting for clean slices. Use room temperature eggs for a smooth filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg