Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, add and mix the flour and Swerve together. Then add the melted butter, and vanilla extract, and give everything a quick mix. Finally, add and mix the egg into the ingredients until well combined.

Step 3

Now press the dough into the lined pan and bake for 10-14 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.

Step 4

Once the edges are golden brown, let the crust cool and start making the filling.

Step 5

Combine all of the filling ingredients (except for the pecans) in a small saucepan.

Step 6

Stir constantly, and bring to a light boil over medium heat.

Step 7

Simmer for around 3-5 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns caramel in color.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans.

Step 9

Now pour the filling onto the crust, and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake for about 15 minutes - until the filling is bubbly.

Step 11

Cool completely before cutting into 9 bars.