Easy Turtle Bars

These bars combine the irresistible flavors of caramel, chocolate, and pecans, layered over a buttery shortbread crust. Perfect for a special occasion or just because, these bars are as delicious as they are simple to make. Let’s get started!

Resume of the Recipe:

Easy Turtle Bars are the perfect combination of rich caramel, smooth chocolate, and crunchy pecans, all atop a buttery shortbread crust. With minimal effort, you can create a decadent treat that’s sure to impress family and friends.

Exciting Story:

One weekend, while flipping through an old family recipe book, I stumbled upon a simple yet decadent treat: turtle bars. I decided to give it a try for our Sunday family gathering. The aroma of baking shortbread filled the kitchen, mingling with the rich scent of melting caramel and chocolate. As soon as the bars were ready, they disappeared within minutes. My husband and kids couldn’t stop raving about them, and they quickly became a staple at our family get-togethers. Now, whenever we need a quick and indulgent dessert, these easy turtle bars are our go-to recipe.

Why These Easy Turtle Bars?

• Rich and Decadent: Layers of caramel, chocolate, and pecans create a truly indulgent treat.
• Simple to Make: Minimal ingredients and easy steps make this recipe perfect for any skill level.
• Crowd-Pleaser: These bars are always a hit at parties and gatherings.

Ingredients:

For the Shortbread Crust:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt

For the Topping:

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

How to Make Easy Turtle Bars:

 

1. Prepare the Shortbread Crust:
   1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
   2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
   3. Gradually add the flour, mixing until well combined.
   4. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
   5. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
2. Prepare the Topping:
   1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   2. Stir in the brown sugar and bring the mixture to a boil. Boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
   3. Pour the caramel mixture over the cooled shortbread crust, spreading evenly.
   4. Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the caramel is bubbly.
3. Add the Chocolate and Pecans:
   1. Remove the baking dish from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Let sit for a few minutes until the chocolate begins to melt.
   2. Using a spatula, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel layer.
   3. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the melted chocolate, pressing them in slightly.
4. Cool and Serve:
   1. Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. For quicker cooling, you can place the dish in the refrigerator.
   2. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

Tips:

• Easy Cutting: For clean cuts, chill the bars in the refrigerator before slicing.
• Storage: Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
• Microwave Shortcut: If you’re short on time, you can melt the butter and brown sugar in the microwave.

Easy Turtle Bars

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Recipe by Alexandra Course: All Word Recipes

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

1

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Ingredients

• For the Shortbread Crust:

• 1 cup 1 unsalted butter, softened

• 2 cups 2 all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup 1/2 granulated sugar

• 1/4 tsp 1/4 salt

• For the Topping:

• 1 cup 1 unsalted butter

• 1 cup 1 brown sugar, packed

• 2 cups 2 semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 chopped pecans

Directions

• Prepare the Shortbread Crust:
• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
• In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy.
• Gradually add the flour, mixing until well combined.
• Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
• Prepare the Topping:
• In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
• Stir in the brown sugar and bring the mixture to a boil. Boil for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Pour the caramel mixture over the cooled shortbread crust, spreading evenly.
• Bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the caramel is bubbly.
• Add the Chocolate and Pecans:
• Remove the baking dish from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chocolate chips over the hot caramel. Let sit for a few minutes until the chocolate begins to melt.
• Using a spatula, spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel layer.
• Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the melted chocolate, pressing them in slightly.
• Cool and Serve:
• Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish. For quicker cooling, you can place the dish in the refrigerator.
• Once cooled, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

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