Turtle Bars Caramel (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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0.67 cup butter for the turtle part.
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1.5 cups of everyday flour.
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1 cup of brown sugar for the crust layer.
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0.5 cup of softened butter to make the crust.
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0.5 cup brown sugar to sweeten the turtle layer.
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1 cup of chocolate chips for topping.
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1 cup of pecan halves for added crunch.
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it warm up.
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Combine flour, softened butter, and brown sugar. Press this mixture into an ungreased 13x9 pan.
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In a small saucepan, cook butter with brown sugar while stirring. Once it starts bubbling, keep it going for another 30-60 seconds to get thicker.
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Lay out the pecans on top of the crust and pour the caramel sauce evenly over them.
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Pop it in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until the caramel bubbles and the edges take on a golden color.
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Scatter chocolate chips on the hot caramel layer. Wait a couple of minutes for them to soften, then spread them around.
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Let the whole thing cool completely for 30 minutes. Slice into 48 bars, making sure to clean the knife for tidy cuts.
# Notes:
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Skip greasing the pan.
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Wait until it's fully cooled before slicing.
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Wipe the knife after each cut to keep the edges clean.