What’s your favorite type of nut to snack on? Is it almonds? Maybe walnuts? Perhaps even peanuts? For me personally, pecans have always been my go to snack choice when it comes to nuts, so it’s no wonder that I’m completely obsessed with the recipe that I’m about to share with you guys today. The recipe makes the most ooey-gooey keto pecan pie bars that you’ll ever try. They’re also super easy to make!

These Keto Pecan Bars Make the Perfect Keto Snack to Grab and Take On the Go

After preheating your oven to 350°F and lining an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, you’ll be all set to start making the crust for your bars.

Start by creaming together softened butter with your preferred low carb sweetener. I use Stevia for all of my keto baking needs. Next, add in your egg and pure vanilla extract. Beat until well combined and then add in the almond flour, mixing once again until everything is well combined.

Transfer your dough mixture into your baking pan and press it into the bottom of the pan firmly. You’ll then want to toss it in the oven for 10-12 minutes before taking it out and setting aside.

When it comes to making the filling, you’ll first need to grab a small saucepan and add in some butter, tahini, sugar free maple syrup, and some sweetener. Heat it all together over medium low heat, being sure to constantly whisk the mixture.

You can then bring the filling to a low boil and keep cooking for an additional two minutes or so, just long enough for the mixture to thicken. Take the saucepan out of the heat and add in your chopped pecans and vanilla.

Stir to combine everything and then you can finally pour the filling over top of your crust. Fire everything back into the oven at 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden. After baking, you’ll want to let everything cool off completely before you start slicing them into bars.

I love making homemade snacks because they’re much healthier, not to mention economical, so if you’re interested in other types of bars, check out these five other great keto friendly nut bar recipes that I highly recommend as well:

Homemade Keto Chocolate Crunch Bars (The Big Man’s World)
Keto Low Carb Nut Bar (Kitchen Stories)
Keto Chocolate Nut Bars (Carb Manager)
Keto Almond Joy Bars (All Day I Dream About Food)
Low Carb & Grain-Free Keto Coffee Walnut Bars (Ditch the Carbs)

We always have a variety of nuts stocked in the pantry, so we like to make bars and nut butters of all kinds to ensure that nothing spoils. Can’t let food go to waste!

Pecans vs Walnuts – Which is Better?

The question of whether pecans are better than walnuts is largely one that’s going to come down to personal choice and preference.

Both options share a lot in common. For example, both pecans and walnuts are excellent sources of heart healthy fatty acids, dietary fiber, protein, and antioxidants.

Pecans have a higher concentration of the antioxidant vitamin E compared to walnuts, while walnuts have higher amounts of the omega-3 fatty acid. Pecans also tend to taste quite a bit sweeter than walnuts, which taste kind of bitter. This is why most keto recipes tend to call for roasted walnuts.

Do Pecans Go Bad? How Can I Tell If They’re Spoiled?

Yes, pecans can certainly go bad. The length of time that pecans can stay fresh for depends entirely on if they’re shelled or unshelled (shelled pecans can last for up to nine months in the fridge while unshelled pecans can last for up to one full year in the fridge).

If you’re wondering how to tell if your pecans are spoiled, here’s how. For shelled pecans, simply crack them open and have a peek. If it looks too dry, if it looks like some form of net or webbing is forming over it, or the smell seems off then you’ll want to discard them.

Pecans also contain volatile oils that produce a rather rancid smell if they go bad, which is another great way to tell if your pecans have spoiled.

Are Pecans High in Fiber?

Pecans are an excellent source of dietary fiber, offering up 10 grams of fiber per 100 gram serving size. They’re also a great source of both polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fatty acids, protein, and trace amounts of essential vitamins and minerals.

How to Store These Pecan Pie Bars

You’re definitely going to want to store your keto pecan pie bars in an airtight container before putting them in the fridge. You can expect your bars to last for about a week or so with proper storage technique.

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