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Pecan Caramel Bars
Decadent Pecan Caramel Delight Bars
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecan halves
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press the flour mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the crust is baking, prepare the pecan caramel topping. In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, honey, and heavy cream over medium heat. Stir until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble.
Continue cooking the caramel mixture for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and pecan halves until well-coated.
Pour the pecan caramel mixture evenly over the baked crust, spreading it out with a spatula.
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the caramel is bubbling and golden brown.
Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut them into squares or bars.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 12 servings
DISH PRESENTATION PARAGRAPHS
Pecan Caramel Bars are a delightful combination of a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich and gooey caramel layer, loaded with crunchy pecans. Each bite offers a perfect balance of textures and flavors – the sweetness of the caramel, the buttery crust, and the nutty pecans make these bars irresistible.
These bars are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to casual get-togethers. The recipe is simple to follow, yet yields a treat that tastes like it took hours to make. Serve them as a sweet dessert after dinner or enjoy them as a midday snack with a cup of coffee. No matter when you serve them, these Pecan Caramel Bars are sure to be a hit.