Gluten-Free Pecan Slices

These Gluten-Free Pecan Slices are the perfect fuss-free alternative to classic pecan pie and trust me, they’re just as irresistible. A buttery shortbread base holds a gooey, caramelly pecan topping that’s nutty, chewy, crisp around the edges, and melts in your mouth with every bite.

What I love most about this recipe is how easy it is to make, especially compared to a full pie. No rolling pins, no fiddly crusts, just press in the shortbread base, pour on the pecan filling, and bake. Once cooled, you can slice them up and eat them by hand, no forks required!

These are perfect for holiday baking, especially if you’re after something a little different from the usual mince pies or puddings. I always include them in my Christmas treats, they look lovely, hold their shape, and stay fresh for days. But honestly, they’re so good, I find myself making them year-round.

And while pecan pie is often linked with Thanksgiving or autumn, these little slices prove that Pecans belong in your baking all year long. There are no tricky seasonal ingredients here, and they pair beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or even a drizzle of cream.

A quick tip: I like to chill the tray in the fridge before slicing, especially if I want neat bars for gifting or presentation. It helps the filling set properly and makes cutting much easier. But if you’re planning to serve them warm with ice cream? Let them soften at room temp or give them a quick heat in the microwave, just bliss!

These gluten free pecan slices are sweet, simple, and packed with flavour and I hope they become a new favourite in your family just like they are in mine.

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