Discover 32 of the best pecan recipes, from sweet desserts to savory dishes! Perfect for holidays or anytime youโre craving that signature pecan crunch and flavor.

If you love the rich, buttery flavor and crunch of pecans as much as I do, then you’re in for a real treat! I have pulled together all 32 pecan recipes from my blog into one super convenient post here. Clearly, Iโm a pecan lover. I mean, if 32 recipes donโt prove my affection for pecans, I donโt know what does!
Pecans add an unmistakable texture and depth to both sweet and savory recipes, making them one of the most versatile nuts to cook with. Whether you’re looking for indulgent desserts, cozy breakfast ideas, or even savory sides, this roundup has got you covered. From classics like Southern Pecan Pie to creative main dishes like Honey Garlic Pecan Chicken, each recipe features pecans in a delicious and exciting way. These dishes are perfect for special occasions, holiday feasts, or simply as a comforting treat to enjoy at home.
So, whether you prefer something sweet, salty, or a little bit of both, you’ll find the perfect pecan recipe here to fit any meal. Enjoy!
32 BEST Pecan Recipes
Discover 32 of the best pecan recipes, from sweet desserts to savory dishes! Perfect for holidays or anytime youโre craving that signature pecan crunch and flavor.
Apple Pecan Chewies
These Apple Pecan Chewies are a delicious fall twist on classic pecan chewies with apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Easy to make, full of caramel flavor, and perfectly chewy!
Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake with Pecan Pie Topping
This Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake with Pecan Pie Topping features a gingersnap crust, pumpkin spice-flavored filling, and a gooey, pecan pie-like topping. Itโs so decadent and simple to make.
Butter Toasted Pumpkin Spice Pecans
Whether as a simple snack, displayed on a charcuterie board, or sprinkled over a salad, these Butter Toasted Pumpkin Spice Pecans are the perfect way to add a little fall flavor.
Shortcut Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
This Shortcut Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls recipe is a simple way to make ooey, gooey, cinnamon roll perfection that starts with canned cinnamon rolls!
Pecan Chewies
Pecan Chewies are delicious, easy-to-make, chewy cookie bars that are always a crowd-pleaser and one of my most popular recipes here at Southern Bite.
Easy Pecan Shortbread
This Easy Pecan Shortbread is a quick, easy, shortcut way to make buttery, delicious shortbread cookie bars!
Pecan Chicken Salad
This recipe for my Pecan Chicken Salad is quick and filled with tons of great flavor. With juicy chicken, celery, onion, mayo, and toasted pecans, itโs great on a sandwich or crackers.
Pecan Snowball Cookies
Call them Pecan Snowball Cookies, Russian Tea Cakes, Mexican Wedding Cookies, or Butterballsโฆ I just call them delicious! These cookies are easy, delicious, powdered-sugar-coated morsels that are the perfect holiday treat for family and friends!
Easy Caramel Pecan Cheesecake
This Easy Caramel Pecan Cheesecake recipe features a brown sugar flavored cheesecake topped with a decadent caramel pecan sauce! Itโs like cheesecake with a pecan pie topping! And thereโs no fussy water bath to deal with.
Caramel Pecan No-Bake Cheesecake
This Caramel Pecan No-Bake Cheesecake is the easiest cheesecake recipe you will make. Fluffy no-bake cheesecake and an easy pecan shortbread cookie crust combined with caramel for the perfect cool and creamy dessert.
Kentucky Pecan Pie
This Kentucky Pecan Pie is the kind of dessert thatโll have everyone reaching for seconds! Itโs packed with rich pecans and melty chocolate, giving it that warm, cookie-like texture thatโs downright irresistible. And the best part? Itโs super simple to make. Perfect for when you want an impressive dessert without all the fuss!
Honey Garlic Pecan Chicken
Honey Garlic Pecan Chicken is a pan-seared, juicy chicken recipe with a delectable pecan, garlic, and honey sauce. Quick, easy, and utterly delicious!
The Best Southern Pecan Pie
This is truly The Best Southern Pecan Pie recipe. It is filled with delicious flavor and so easy to makeโฆ the perfect holiday dessert!
Pumpkin Pecan Baked Oatmeal
Enjoy your baked oatmeal with a fall twist by trying my Pumpkin Pecan Baked Oatmeal recipe. Itโs a perfectly delicious, easy breakfast treat!
Creole Pecan Glazed Ham
My Creole Pecan Glazed Ham is a quick and easy way to impress your holiday guests! The recipe only calls for 6 ingredients!
Brown Sugar Pecan Pound Cake
This Brown Sugar Pecan Pound Cake recipe combines the caramel flavors of brown sugar with a dense, moist, all-butter pound cake and adds pecans for good measure!
Caramel Pecan Upside-Down Cake
Enjoy a rich, buttery Caramel Pecan Upside Down Cake! With sweet caramelized pecans and a moist, tender cake, it's a simple and delicious dessert you'll love.
Deep Fried Pecan Pies
These Deep Fried Pecan Pies are hand-pies that are fried to crispy perfection and filled with a decadent pecan pie mixture.
Peach Pecan Upside Down Cake
Sweet and buttery peaches meet a nutty crunch in this irresistible Peach Pecan Upside-Down Cake. A perfect blend of flavors for a treat any time of year.
Cherry Coconut Pecan Bars
These easy two-layer dessert bars combine jarred maraschino cherries, pecans, and coconut atop a shortbread crust that will have your family requesting them again and again! The crunchy top layer and filling that is reminiscent of pecan pie filling is nothing short of amazing!
Chocolate Cherry Pistachio Pecan Cookies
This Chocolate Cherry Pistachio Pecan Cookie recipe combines some of my favorite ingredients into an easy-to-make chewy oatmeal cookie with a sweet and salty kick!
Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies
These Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies are crisp, chewy, and loaded with pecans and toffee. Perfectly balanced sweet and salty flavors make them irresistible!
Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies
This recipe for my Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies is classic, easy, and crazy delicious! Theyโre chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside!
Apple Pecan Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This Apple Pecan Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette features candied pecans, apples, cheese, and dried cranberries combined with a delicious, zesty vinaigrette.
Mom's Apple Nut Cake
Savor the flavors of fall in every bite with Momโs Apple Nut Cake. Moist, decadent, and packed with pecans and fresh apple chunks. A perfect autumn dessert!
Buttermilk Pecan Coffee Cake
This Buttermilk Pecan Coffee Cake combines a soft, tender cake made with tangy buttermilk and a sweet, nutty pecan topping for the perfect breakfast treat or snack.
Nana's 3-Ingredient Pecan Log
This recipe for Nanaโs 3-Ingredient Pecan Log only calls for 3 common ingredients and is a super easy, no-bake treat to share for the holidays!
Cream Cheese Pecan Pie
Cream Cheese Pecan Pie takes traditional pecan pie to the next level with a layer of smooth, tangy cream cheese. It's a rich, decadent dessert perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Pecans
These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Pecans are the perfect mix of savory, sweet, and crunchy. The combination of caramelized sprouts, tart cranberries, and toasted pecans adds a delicious festive twist to this veggie side!
Candied Sweet Potatoes with Pecans
These Candied Sweet Potatoes are a delicious departure from the classic sweet potato casserole, so much easier, and feature a streusel-like crumble topping!
Maple Pecan Cornbread Bites - Free Martha White E-Cookbook!
Maple Pecan Cornbread Bites are the perfect blend of sweet and savory in bite-sized portions. With the rich maple syrup and crunchy pecans, these cornbread bites add a fun twist to traditional cornbread!
Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Praline Topping
It may sound a little arrogant, but I assure you itโs just straight factsโฆ This is the BEST sweet potato casserole you will ever try. With a delicious pecan praline topping, this is almost indulgent enough to call it a dessert! Yum!













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