Pecan Pie Bark (Printable Version)
Crispy graham crackers layered with maple caramel, toasted pecans, and rich chocolate.
# What You Need:
→ Base
01 - 200g graham crackers, broken into large pieces
→ Caramel Layer
02 - 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter
03 - 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar
04 - 1/4 cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
05 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 tsp kosher salt
→ Topping
07 - 2 cups (200g) roughly chopped pecans, toasted
08 - 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
09 - Sea salt for sprinkling
# 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 extract, and kosher 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 coat all pieces.
04 - Sprinkle chopped toasted pecans evenly over the caramel layer. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until the caramel bubbles.
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 1 week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It gives you all the gooey, nutty, chocolatey joy of pecan pie in a fraction of the time.
- The bark shatters into beautiful irregular pieces that look stunning on any dessert table.
02 -
- Do not walk away from the caramel on the stove because it goes from perfect to burnt in seconds.
- Toasting the pecans before baking transforms them from soft and bland to fragrant and crunchy.
03 -
- An offset spatula makes spreading the chocolate layer effortless and gives you a perfectly smooth finish.
- Let the bark set completely before breaking it because patience here means cleaner, sharper edges on every piece.