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Easy Turtle Bars

Easy Turtle Bars: Simply Irresistible Chocolate Caramel Delights

Easy Turtle Bars are delightful desserts featuring chocolate, caramel, and pecans for a quick and indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Cold Butter Provides richness and structure
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds deep sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Offers extra sweetness
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour The foundation of the crust
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1/2 cup Butter Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Creates a luscious caramel layer
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Introduces delightful crunch
For the Chocolate Topping
  • 1 1/2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips The delicious final touch
Optional Garnishes
  • Sea Salt Flakes A sprinkle adds a beautiful contrast
  • Additional Chopped Nuts Provides extra texture and flavor contrast

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cold butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 2 cups of all-purpose flour until crumbly. Press into greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. While the crust bakes, melt 1/2 cup of butter with 1 cup of brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans and pour over baked crust.
  3. Bake for another 10 minutes at 350°F until bubbly and slightly thickened.
  4. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips over warm caramel layer, let soften, then spread into an even layer.
  5. Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours, then slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the fridge for longer freshness.

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