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Decadent Turtle Bars

Decadent Turtle Bars: Indulge in Sweet Gooey Perfection

These Decadent Turtle Bars feature a luscious blend of caramel, chocolate, and pecans for a sweet treat that's perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Cold Butter unsalted preferred for sweetness control
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour gluten-free option available
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar coconut sugar can be used for deeper flavor
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter dairy-free option available
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream coconut cream can replace for dairy-free option
  • 1 cup Toasted Pecans substitute with walnuts if preferred
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips semi-sweet or milk chocolate
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt optional for enhanced flavor
  • 1/2 cup Extra Pecans optional for decoration and crunch

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Combine cold butter, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar in a large mixing bowl. Mix until crumbly. Press mixture into the bottom of the baking dish and bake for 15-18 minutes.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine unsalted butter and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until melted. Gradually whisk in heavy cream and fold in the toasted pecans. Cook for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
  4. Pour the caramel mixture over the pre-baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until caramel is bubbly.
  5. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, then pour over the caramel layer.
  6. Let the Turtle Bars cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour before cutting. Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes for neat slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use cold butter for a flaky crust and store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for 2 weeks.

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