Easy Turtle Bars
Indulge in the delightful layers of Easy Turtle Bars, a dessert that combines a buttery crust, rich caramel, and smooth chocolate for a treat that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, these bars are quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress. With the crisp crunch of pecans and the sweetness of caramel, each bite offers a symphony of flavors that’s simply irresistible. Whether you’re sharing with friends or enjoying a cozy night in, these Easy Turtle Bars are sure to be a favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2/3 cup butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- Sea salt flakes
- Drizzled caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the prepared pan as the crust.
- Sprinkle pecan halves over the crust.
- In a saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat until bubbling; stir constantly for about one minute.
- Pour the caramel layer evenly over pecans and crust.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until bubbly and golden around the edges.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle chocolate chips on top, let melt for a few minutes, then spread evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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