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Pecan Turtle Bars

Decadent Pecan Turtle Bars Bursting with Flavor

Indulge in these Pecan Turtle Bars featuring a buttery shortbread crust, silky caramel, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar (packed, light) Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavors.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (cold, cut into cubes) High-quality butter gives the best flavor.
For the Caramel
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 1 cup Pecans (chopped/toasted) Toasting them intensifies their deliciousness.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips can deepen the flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • pastry cutter or fork

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter. Stir over medium heat until boiling.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer caramel for about 5 minutes, then stir in pecans.
  6. Pour the caramel over the crust and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until set.
  7. Let the bars cool completely before melting the chocolate chips to drizzle on top.
  8. Drizzle the melted chocolate and allow to set before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.

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