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Easy Turtle Bars

A delightful combination of textures and flavors with rich caramel, melted chocolate, and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Forms the base of your crust.
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Adds sweetness and moisture to the crust.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter Cold and cubed for a flaky texture.
  • 1 cup pecan halves Provides crunch and nuttiness.
  • 0.67 cup butter Used in the caramel layer.
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar Enhances the flavor of the caramel.
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips Adds a creamy layer on top.
  • to taste extra chopped pecans For added texture and decoration.
  • to taste sea salt flakes Adds contrast to the sweetness.
  • to taste drizzled caramel sauce Final touch to elevate flavor.

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and packed brown sugar. Cut in cold, cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and sprinkle pecan halves over the crust.
  4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and brown sugar, stirring constantly until bubbling. Cook for one minute after boiling begins, then pour over the crust and nuts.
  5. Bake for about 18-20 minutes until bubbling and golden-brown. Immediately sprinkle chocolate chips on top and spread into an even layer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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