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Pecan Turtle Bars

Irresistible Pecan Turtle Bars: Sweet, Chewy, and Gooey Delight

These Pecan Turtle Bars are a delightful combination of crunchy pecans, rich chocolate, and gooey caramel on a buttery cookie base, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips recommended
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for the best flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt Sea salt elevates the flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan
  • spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and softened unsalted butter. Mix until crumbly.
  3. Press the mixture uniformly into the bottom of the greased baking dish and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and condensed milk. Cook over medium heat until smooth and boiling.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped pecans and chocolate chips until well combined.
  6. Pour the pecan and chocolate mixture over the baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.
  7. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rotate the baking pan halfway through for even baking. Store in an airtight container; they can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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