Ultimate Turtle Cookie Bars

Ultimate Turtle Cookie Bars
130 min.
16
188kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with the Ultimate Turtle Cookie Bars, a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and pecans in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends with their decadent taste and irresistible texture.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a warm, gooey layer of melted caramel, perfectly balanced by the crunch of pecans and the sweetness of chocolate. This recipe is not only easy to make but also offers a delightful twist on traditional cookie bars, making it a standout treat for any occasion. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a dessert that looks as good as it tastes.

Whether you're celebrating a special event or simply craving something sweet, these Ultimate Turtle Cookie Bars are the answer. They come together in just over two hours, allowing you to enjoy the process of baking while filling your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas. Once baked, the bars are topped with a luscious drizzle of chocolate, adding an extra layer of indulgence that will leave everyone wanting more.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dessert that will become a favorite in your household. With each bite, you'll experience the perfect harmony of flavors that make these bars truly unforgettable!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 24  individually wrapped caramels 
  • pouch chocolate chip cookie mix (1 lb 1.5 oz)
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoon milk 
  • 0.8 cup pecans 
  • 0.5 cup pecans coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons semi chocolate chips 
  • teaspoon shortening 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. In medium bowl, stir together cookie mix, butter, egg and 1/2 cup chopped pecans until soft dough forms. Press evenly in ungreased 8-inch square pan.
  2. Bake 28 to 33 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat caramels and milk over low heat, stirring frequently, until melted and smooth.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Carefully spread melted caramels evenly over warm bars; sprinkle with pecan halves. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  6. In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds, stirring every 15 seconds, until melted and smooth.
  7. Drizzle over bars.
  8. Let stand about 30 minutes or until chocolate is set. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories188kcal
Protein4.19%
Fat66.47%
Carbs29.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.73
Glycemic Load
7.58
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
3.5313043834075%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.86mg
Delphinidin
0.59mg
Catechin
0.58mg
Epigallocatechin
0.45mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:187.72kcal
9.39%
Fat:14.41g
22.17%
Saturated Fat:2.86g
17.88%
Carbohydrates:14.31g
4.77%
Net Carbohydrates:13.31g
4.84%
Sugar:11.25g
12.5%
Cholesterol:11.57mg
3.86%
Sodium:108.42mg
4.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.04g
4.09%
Manganese:0.4mg
20.09%
Copper:0.14mg
6.82%
Vitamin A:282.32IU
5.65%
Phosphorus:54.76mg
5.48%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.8%
Magnesium:17.91mg
4.48%
Fiber:1g
4%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.93%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.63%
Calcium:32.9mg
3.29%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.11%
Potassium:89.33mg
2.55%
Iron:0.45mg
2.51%
Selenium:1.67µg
2.39%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.25%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.61%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.44%