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Turtle Bars

Decadent Turtle Bars: Indulgent Treat Made Easy

These Turtle Bars combine rich chocolate, caramel, and pecans for an indulgent dessert everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Cold Butter ensures a buttery, crisp shortbread base
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour the key structure for a solid crust
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the crust
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar forms sweet, gooey caramel
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter adds richness to the caramel
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream creates a smooth texture in caramel
  • 1 cup Toasted Pecans introduces delightful crunch
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 2 cups Chocolate Chips semi-sweet or milk for a velvety finish
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt adds a sophisticated contrast
  • 1/2 cup Extra Pecans for decoration

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine cold butter, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl. Blend until crumbly. Press into a lined 9x13-inch dish. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar and unsalted butter. Stir constantly until melted, about 5 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream until smooth, then fold in toasted pecans.
  3. Pour warm caramel over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until bubbly.
  4. Let it cool for 10 minutes. Melt chocolate chips in 30-second intervals and pour over caramel layer, spreading for a glossy finish.
  5. Let cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour. Refrigerate for 30 minutes for cleaner cuts before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is cold for a flaky crust. Stir constantly while making caramel to prevent burning. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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