Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Turtle Bars, a perfect treat for any occasion! With a buttery crust layered with rich caramel and topped with smooth chocolate and crunchy pecans, these bars will surely impress your guests. Simple to prepare with straightforward steps, they make an excellent option for potlucks or a sweet snack at home. Plus, they can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the balance of textures and flavors in every bite!
Ingredients
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- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, divided
- 1 cup packed brown sugar, divided
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- Sea salt flakes
- Drizzled caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and half of the brown sugar. Cut in 1/2 cup cold butter until crumbly.
- Press the mixture into the prepared pan evenly.
- Evenly sprinkle pecan halves over the crust.
- In a saucepan, melt remaining butter and brown sugar over medium heat until bubbly; boil for one minute.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the pecans and crust.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips on top; let them soften before spreading into an even layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Experiment with different nuts or chocolates for variations. For added flavor, drizzle warm caramel or chocolate sauce before serving.