Turtle Brownies

Vegetarian
Turtle Brownies
38 min.
16
167kcal

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If you're in the mood for a dessert that combines decadence with a delightful surprise, look no further than these irresistible Turtle Brownies. Imagine a fudgy brownie base that’s rich with chocolate and then topped with gooey, chocolate-covered chewy caramels and crunchy pecans – it’s the perfect blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone reaching for seconds.

These brownies are vegetarian-friendly and come together quickly, making them a great option for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special event, or simply treating yourself after a long day, these Turtle Brownies will surely impress your family and friends. With a total preparation and bake time of just 38 minutes, you won't have to wait long to dive into this chocolatey heaven.

The sweet aroma wafting through your kitchen as they bake is simply irresistible! Each bite delivers a mouthful of soft, chewy goodness complemented by the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans. Plus, with only 167 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to whip up a batch of Turtle Brownies that might just become your new favorite dessert!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.8 cup chocolate-covered chewy caramels miniature mini (such as Rolos)
  • large eggs 
  • large egg whites 
  • 0.7 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup cocoa unsweetened

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Add egg whites and egg, stirring until blended.
  4. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.
  5. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to sugar mixture, stirring just until blended. Stir in caramels and pecans.
  6. Spread brownie batter into a foil-lined 8-inch square pan coated with cooking spray.
  7. Bake at 350 for 23 to 24 minutes (wooden pick will not test clean). Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories167kcal
Protein6.14%
Fat34.98%
Carbs58.88%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.57
Glycemic Load
11.64
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.2699999990671%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Delphinidin
0.17mg
Catechin
1.91mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
5.3mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.97kcal
8.35%
Fat:6.85g
10.53%
Saturated Fat:3.42g
21.38%
Carbohydrates:25.93g
8.64%
Net Carbohydrates:24.47g
8.9%
Sugar:19.76g
21.95%
Cholesterol:18.6mg
6.2%
Sodium:81.22mg
3.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:6.85mg
2.28%
Protein:2.7g
5.4%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.14%
Copper:0.14mg
7.04%
Selenium:4.12µg
5.89%
Fiber:1.45g
5.81%
Phosphorus:49.69mg
4.97%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.95%
Magnesium:18.22mg
4.55%
Iron:0.8mg
4.43%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.12%
Calcium:32.04mg
3.2%
Folate:12.6µg
3.15%
Potassium:88.53mg
2.53%
Zinc:0.37mg
2.45%
Vitamin B3:0.4mg
2.02%
Vitamin A:97.16IU
1.94%
Vitamin E:0.25mg
1.69%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.21%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.08%
Source:My Recipes