Preparation Steps

• Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
• In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Add the granulated sugar and sweetened condensed milk to the saucepan. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil.
• Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and stir in the apple pie spice and vanilla extract.
• If using, stir in the chopped pecans.
• Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
• Let cool completely at room temperature, then cut into squares.