Easy Pecan Squares Recipe With Maple Syrup

Here is an easy pecan squares recipe to try. There’s nothing like biting into the best pecan squares—sweet, buttery, and full of rich pecan flavor.

These treats are perfect for parties, family dinners, or just because you’re craving something special.

They have a simple crust topped with a gooey pecan filling that tastes like the best part of pecan pie. If you love easy-to-make desserts that wow everyone, this recipe is for you!

I still remember the first time I made these pecan squares. It was for a holiday gathering, and I wanted something homemade but not too tricky. These would also be fantastic to sell at your next bake sale.

As they baked, the warm, nutty smell filled my kitchen, and I couldn’t wait to try one. They were a hit! Everyone asked for the recipe, and I’ve been making them ever since.

Now, these pecan squares are my go-to dessert for any occasion. And I love how you can use maple syrup to help cut down the white sugar. This is one of my favorite pecan squares recipes.

Easy Pecan Squares Recipe

Pecan Squares Ingredients

Pecan Squares Crust

1 cup flour

1/2 cup rolled oats

2/3 cup unsalted butter

1/3 cup sugar

pinch of Celtic sea salt

Pecan Squares Filling

2/3 cup packed brown sugar

1/3 cup flour

1 pinch of Celtic sea salt

4 eggs lightly beaten

1 1/2 cup maple syrup

1 tsp real vanilla

2 cups roughly chopped pecans (ok if some are whole)

Pecan Squares Crust Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Grease a 9 inch square pan and line it with parchment paper. You will want the parchment paper to hang over the sides for easy removal of the pecan squares.
3. In a food processor, add the flour, oats, butter, sugar and salt. Pulse until it is a crumbly dough. Scrape down the sides and add 2 tbsp of cold water. Pulse the dough again until a smooth ball forms.
4. Press the dough into your greased pan in an even layer.
5. Bake for about 15-18 minutes. The edges should be slightly browned.

Pecan Squares Filling Instructions

1. While the crust is baking, stir together the brown sugar, flour and salt.
2. In another bowl, add the eggs and lightly whisk them. Add the maple syrup & vanilla and whisk until smooth.
3. Add the brown sugar mixture and stir in the pecans.
4. Pour the mixture over the hot crust.
5. Bake for about 40 minutes. You will know when it is done baking when the filling is set and the top is slightly browned.

Once your pecan squares are done baking, you can either let it sit to cool or put it in the fridge to chill for about 30 minutes. Once it’s cool, cut it up into squares.

Thanks so much for reading! We hope you enjoy making (and eating) these delicious pecan squares as much as we do.

If you give the recipe a try, we’d love to hear how it turned out! Let us know in the comments if you made any fun tweaks or substitutions—we’re always excited to see creative ideas. Happy baking! 🧡

If you love pecans, then our Apple Butter Overnight oats is delicious.