If you love the rich, nutty sweetness of pecan pie but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, then Lazy Girl Pecan Pie Bars are the perfect solution! These bars take all the delicious flavors of classic pecan pie—caramelized pecans, buttery filling, and a flaky crust—and transform them into an easy, make-ahead treat. No pie crust to roll out, no complicated steps—just a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
This easy recipe uses simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 box of yellow cake mix (about 15 oz)
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves or chopped pecans
- 1/4 tsp salt