Description
Delicious Turtle Bars featuring a rich buttery crust, a gooey caramel-pecan layer, and a smooth melted chocolate topping. Perfectly balanced for a sweet treat that combines crunchy, chewy, and creamy textures in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter, softened
Turtle Layer
- â…” cup butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pecan halves
Chocolate Topping
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the bars.
- Make the Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and softened butter. Beat at medium speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture forms fine crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of an ungreased 13×9-inch baking pan to form the crust.
- Prepare the Turtle Layer: Place ⅔ cup butter and ½ cup brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly until the mixture bubbles and let it cook for another 30-60 seconds to thicken slightly. Remove from heat once done.
- Assemble the Layers: Evenly spread 1 cup of pecan halves over the crust in the baking pan. Pour the hot butter and brown sugar mixture evenly over the pecans, ensuring full coverage.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes or until the surface is bubbly and the layers are set.
- Add the Chocolate Topping: Remove the bars from the oven and immediately sprinkle 1 cup of milk chocolate chips over the hot surface. Allow the chocolate chips to melt for 2-3 minutes, then gently swirl them with a knife to create a marbled effect.
- Cool: Let the bars cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes to set. Once cooled, slice into 48 pieces and serve.
Notes
- For easier slicing, chill the bars in the refrigerator for an additional 15 minutes after cooling.
- You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if desired.
- Milk chocolate chips can be replaced with dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.
- Make sure to stir the butter and brown sugar mixture constantly to prevent burning.
- Use a sharp knife to slice bars cleanly without crumbling.
