Easy Turtle Bars
Easy Turtle Bars are a delightful dessert that brings together layers of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans on a buttery cookie crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are simple to make and guaranteed to impress family and friends. Each bite is a sweet celebration of flavors and textures that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 14 oz sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in the flour until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes until just set.
- While baking, combine chopped pecans and sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until bubbly to create the caramel layer.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the baked base, then crumble the remaining dough on top.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over warm bars and allow them to melt slightly before spreading evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping pecans for walnuts or adding sea salt on top. Drizzle melted chocolate or caramel sauce before serving for an extra touch.