🍬 Irresistible Pecan Pie Bark – Your New Favorite Treat 🍬
Ingredients:
1 pound pecan halves​
1 cup brown sugar, packed​
1/2 cup unsalted butter​
1 teaspoon vanilla extract​
1/2 teaspoon sea salt​
Instructions:
Prepare the Baking Sheet:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).​
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.​
Toast the Pecans:
Spread the pecan halves in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.​
Toast in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fragrant and slightly golden.​
Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.​
Prepare the Caramel Mixture:
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.​
Stir in the brown sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.​
Let it boil for 2-3 minutes without stirring, then remove from heat.​
Stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt.​
Combine Pecans and Caramel:
Pour the toasted pecans into a large bowl.​
Pour the caramel mixture over the pecans and toss to coat evenly.​
Bake the Bark:
Return the caramel-coated pecans to the baking sheet, spreading them out in an even layer.​
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until the caramel is bubbly and the pecans are well-coated.​
Cool and Break into Pieces:
Remove from the oven and let the pecan mixture cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.​
While still warm, break the pecan clusters into pieces.​
Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet.​
Store:
Once cooled, store the pecan pie bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.​
Enjoy your homemade Irresistible Pecan Pie Bark!