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Easy Turtle Bars

Easy Turtle Bars

Delight in the rich, indulgent flavors of Easy Turtle Bars, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This quick and simple recipe combines a buttery crust, crunchy pecans, luscious caramel, and smooth milk chocolate to create a treat that is sure to impress family and friends. With just 15 minutes of prep time and minimal cleanup, you can whip up these delicious bars for parties, gatherings, or an everyday sweet craving. Customize them with extra toppings like drizzled caramel or additional nuts to make them uniquely yours. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Press this mixture into the pan.
  3. Evenly sprinkle pecans over the crust.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and brown sugar, stirring until bubbly; boil for one minute.
  5. Pour hot caramel over the pecans and crust evenly.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes until bubbly on top.
  7. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the baked bars; let them soften before spreading into an even layer.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 100mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For flakier crusts, ensure your butter is cold before mixing. Let bars cool completely before cutting for cleaner edges. Customize by substituting different nuts or using dark chocolate chips.