Pecan Praline Squares

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Pecan Praline Squares, a dessert that perfectly combines a buttery shortbread crust with a luscious, caramel-like pecan topping. These decadent bars are made with simple pantry staples like brown sugar, honey, and vanilla, creating a gooey praline layer loaded with crunchy chopped pecans. The flaky, golden crust forms the perfect base, while a quick simmering technique ensures the topping achieves its rich, glossy finish. Ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or an everyday treat, these squares are easy to prepare in just 50 minutes and yield 24 servings. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and sweet, nutty flavor, these Pecan Praline Squares are sure to be a crowd-pleasing favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Brown sugar (packed)
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 cups Chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan. You can also line the pan with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add the flour and salt to the butter mixture and stir until the dough comes together. It will have a crumbly texture.

Step 4

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out to form the base crust. Prick the crust lightly with a fork to prevent it from puffing up during baking.

Step 5

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until it's lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the topping.

Step 6

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and honey. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped pecans and vanilla extract.

Step 9

Pour the pecan mixture evenly over the cooled crust, spreading it gently with a spatula to ensure even coverage.

Step 10

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-22 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and slightly darker in color.

Step 11

Remove the pan from the oven and let the pecan praline squares cool completely in the pan. The topping will set as it cools.

Step 12

Once cooled, cut the dessert into 24 squares using a sharp knife. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1328.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6414.1

Total Fat 397.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 160.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 636.7mg	0%
Sodium 1358.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 698.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 489.4g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 116.7IU	0%
Calcium 540.4mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 1739.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 42.6%