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Turtle Cookie Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Turtle Cookie Bars for Sweet Cravings

Delightful Turtle Cookie Bars with a chewy texture and rich flavors of chocolate and caramel, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Use unsalted for better control over saltiness.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Lightly packed dark brown sugar can deepen flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with almond flour or gluten-free blend.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Can reduce for low-sodium diets.
For the Indulgent Layer
  • 1 cup Rolos (Caramel Candy) Can substitute with other caramel-filled chocolates.
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips can be used for a richer taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Shortening Coconut oil can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • 13×9-inch baking pan
  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Turtle Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13x9-inch metal baking pan.
  2. Toast chopped pecans in the oven for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  3. Melt ½ cup unsalted butter over medium heat, then stir in 1 cup of light brown sugar until smooth. Cool slightly.
  4. Incorporate 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract into the cooled mixture. Mix until well combined.
  5. Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  6. Spread half of the batter into the pan, top with half of the toasted pecans and Rolos, then add remaining batter and top with remaining toppings.
  7. Bake for 38-40 minutes until golden brown. A toothpick inserted should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes. Melt 1 cup of milk chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons of vegetable shortening until smooth.
  9. Drizzle melted chocolate over the bars in a zigzag pattern. Allow to set before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow bars to cool completely before slicing for clean cuts. Feel free to experiment with different types of nuts or chocolates according to your preference.

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