Decadent Turtle Bars Sweet Indulgence Recipe
A luscious treat layered with buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate. These turtle bars are a sweet indulgence that’s sure to impress at any gathering or dessert table
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 14 oz bag caramels, unwrapped
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp sea salt optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13" pan with parchment.
- Mix butter, flour, and powdered sugar into a dough.
- Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 18–20 mins until golden.
- In a saucepan, melt caramels with heavy cream over low heat, stirring.
- Pour caramel over baked crust and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle pecans over the caramel layer.
- Melt chocolate chips and drizzle or spread over the top.
- Optionally sprinkle sea salt while chocolate is still soft.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a richer twist.
- Store in the fridge for firmer bars or room temp for softer texture.
- Bars can be made 1–2 days ahead for events.
- A sprinkle of flaky salt enhances the sweet-salty combo.