Sugar Free Low Carb Keto Sugar Grilled Bacon Pecan Piebar

These sugar-free, low-carb keto sugar bacon pecan piebars are the ultimate sweet and salty sal dessert for the holiday season. With a buttery shortbread base, a terrible pecan mixture and a piece of caramel bacon on top, it’s a snack that everyone will come back for a few seconds, even for those who don’t follow the keto lifestyle. Above all, these bars are completely grain-free, sugar-free, low-carb, making them the perfect dessert to share at holiday gatherings without derailing your progress.

Why do you like this recipe?

As the holiday season rolls, navigating parties and family gatherings can be difficult, sticking to a keto diet or low-carb diet.

Most dessert tables are full of high carbs and sweet classics, including corn syrup, regular sugar and pecan pie made from traditional flour crusts.

However, these keto pecan piebers solve that problem beautifully.

It features a crisp almond flour shortbread crust and a rich caramel-like filling made with brown sugar substitutes, maple syrup flavor, heavy cream, butter and chopped pecans, so you can dul without the collision of sugar.

It’s easy to use simple ingredients and tools you probably already have on hand, such as a mixing bowl, a food processor, a medium saucepan, parchment paper, and airtight containers for storage.

Plus, they are freezer-friendly so you can make them first and store them in containers that are safe in the freezer for stress-free fun.

My sugar-free journey

I gave up on sugar over 19 years ago, but I have never looked back.

My journey began by removing the white sugar and switching to unrefined options like honey and maple syrup, but still had plenty of carbs, including oatmeal, whole wheat bread, fruit-filled yogurt and brown rice. I didn’t realize that these foods were still rushing my blood sugar levels and kept my cravings alive.

Ultimately, I learned about the type of sweetener, as well as the gram of net carbs.

Even “healthy” carbohydrates can raise blood sugar levels, leading to the same roller coaster cravings. When I lowered my daily carbs from about 100g net to about 40g net, the cravings went away and a sustainable rhythm was found.

For me, following a low carb and keto lifestyle is not about restrictions. It’s about balance. Over the years I have developed recipes like these bacon pecan piebars.

Whether you’re brand new to keto or sugar-free for years, having a dessert like this will make it easy to get back on track without being taken away.

Ingredient spotlight

One of the best things about this recipe is how easy the ingredients are.

This is what you need:

Bacon – No undyed nitrates for the best flavor. The bacon is coated with syrup and spices and baked until crisp, golden brown. Allulose Syrup – A great sugar alternative that caramelizes well, giving it a sticky sweet finish without the usual sugar. Cinnamon & Black Pepper – Optional, but brings warmth and subtle kicks to candied bacon. Butter – The saltless butter gives the shortbread a classic flavour and texture. Almond Flour – A grain-free base that works perfectly on low carb, shortbread crust. You can also try coconut flour crust if you like. Vanilla Extract – Adds depth of flavor to the crust and fillings. Maple Extract – Give pecan pie that fills the cozy seasonal notes. Heavy Cream – When combined with butter and sweeteners, it creates a gooey caramel-like filling. Monk Fruit Allure Brown Sugar Sweetener – A brown sugar alternative that mimics the flavor of molasses without affecting blood sugar. Pecans – can be chopped for half the filling and pecans and placed on top for presentation. For the best texture, use crunchy pecans.

Perfect Bar Tips

Use medium heat when making fillings to melt smoothly without burning the sweetener. Do not skip the cooling step. The filling can now be set properly, and the classic gooey layer will stop working. For best results, make sure the butter and eggs (if added to the variation) are at room temperature. If you prefer thick or thin bars, try different bread sizes. If you prefer a dairy-free option, coconut oil and coconut cream work as an alternative to butter and heavy cream.

Provide suggestions

These bars are a great way to finish off your festive meal, but they are also great for:

A holiday dessert tray alongside chocolate bark, truffles or cookies will appreciate the edible gifts packaged in decorative boxes.

If you want to add a little extra flare, drizzle with sugar-free caramel sauce or sprinkle with extra chopped pecans before baking.

Nutritional information

Each bar contains about 2 g of net carbohydrates, making it a wise option for people who count online carbohydrates and manage their blood sugar levels. They are satisfied, rich and luxurious, without sugar spikes that come from traditional pecan squares made with regular sugar and corn syrup.

These keto bacon pecan piebars prove that you can enjoy decadent holiday desserts while sticking to the keto lifestyle.

Whether you take them to a party and store them in the freezer for easy fun or enjoying a quiet moment at home, it’s a sugar-free, sugar-free snack that everyone raves about.

Once you make these, I want to see your work! If you decide to make them and share them, tag me on Tiktok – that’s a great way to inspire others. For printable instructions, don’t forget to check out the recipe cards at the bottom of this post.