Easy Turtle Bars
Indulge in the delightful experience of Easy Turtle Bars, a perfect dessert for any occasion. These bars feature a buttery crust topped with rich caramel, toasted pecans, and creamy chocolate, creating an irresistible combination of textures and flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth. Ideal for gatherings or quiet evenings at home, these bars can be made ahead of time and stored for later enjoyment. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a batch that serves 16-20 people—making them perfect for sharing with family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 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, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2/3 cup butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- Extra chopped pecans
- Sea salt flakes
- Drizzled caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and 1/2 cup brown sugar. Cut in the cold butter until crumbly, then press into the prepared pan.
- Evenly sprinkle pecan halves over the crust.
- In a saucepan, melt remaining butter and brown sugar over medium heat until bubbling; cook for one minute.
- Pour the hot caramel mixture over the pecans and crust evenly.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden-brown around the edges.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top while hot; let soften before spreading.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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