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Pecan Turtle Bars

Irresistible Pecan Turtle Bars Perfect for Any Sweet Tooth

These Pecan Turtle Bars blend buttery crust, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 0.5 cup packed brown sugar Light or dark brown sugar works well.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Can reduce for a low-sodium version.
  • 0.5 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes European-style butter is recommended for best flavor.
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar Can be replaced with white granulated sugar if needed.
  • 0.5 cup heavy cream Half-and-half can be used as a lighter option.
  • 0.25 cup unsalted butter Substitute with margarine if needed.
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted Substitute with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Dark chocolate can be used for a deeper flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup of packed brown sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Cut in 0.5 cup of cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Evenly press the crumbly mixture into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
  4. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of packed light brown sugar, 0.5 cup of heavy cream, and 0.25 cup of unsalted butter. Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of chopped and toasted pecans. Carefully pour the pecan caramel over the baked crust.
  6. Return to the oven for another 10-12 minutes until caramel is set.
  7. Allow to cool slightly, then melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth.
  8. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the caramel layer in a zig-zag motion. Let the bars cool completely.
  9. Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan, slice into squares, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These bars taste best when fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

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