Buttery Caramel Pecan Dream Bars
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
For the Caramel Pecan Topping:
2/3 cup caramel sauce
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut (optional)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions:
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan and set it aside.
Prepare the Crust:
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, and brown sugar.
Mix until the ingredients form a crumbly dough.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
Bake the Crust:
Bake the crust for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
Prepare the Caramel Pecan Topping:
In a small saucepan, heat the caramel sauce and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans, shredded coconut (if using), and vanilla extract.
Assemble and Bake the Bars:
Pour the caramel pecan mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the topping is bubbly and golden.
Cool and Serve:
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Serve and enjoy these rich, buttery, and nutty bars!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 12 bars
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