Christmas Turtle Bars
Indulge in the holiday spirit with these delicious Christmas Turtle Bars! Perfect for gifting or sharing with loved ones, these bars are a festive treat that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 3/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, flour, brown sugar, and salt until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press mixture into prepared baking pan and bake for 20 minutes, until lightly golden.
- Sprinkle pecans over crust and drizzle caramel sauce on top. Bake for an additional 15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and sprinkle chocolate chips over the top. Let sit for a few minutes to allow chocolate to melt, then spread evenly with a spatula.
- Allow bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition Information:
- Serving size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 26g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Sugars: 18g
- Protein: 3g
Popular questions:
- Can I use store-bought caramel sauce?
- Can I substitute the pecans with a different nut?
Yes, you can use store-bought caramel sauce if you don’t have homemade caramel on hand. Just make sure it’s a good quality sauce for the best flavor.
Yes, you can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds if you prefer or have allergies to pecans.
Helpful tips:
- For a festive touch, sprinkle some crushed candy canes on top of the melted chocolate.
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt over the caramel layer for a sweet and salty contrast.
Expert Secrets:
- Make sure to let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure they hold their shape.
- If you prefer a softer caramel layer, you can warm the caramel sauce slightly before drizzling it over the pecans.
