Ingredients
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- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- For the Caramel Pecan Layer:
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2/3 cup butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- Optional Garnishes:
- Extra chopped pecans
- Sea salt flakes
- Drizzled caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- In a bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the crust mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle pecan halves evenly over the crust.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar, stirring constantly. Once bubbling, cook for exactly 1 minute.
- Carefully pour the hot caramel evenly over the pecans and crust.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle chocolate chips over the top.
- Let sit for a few minutes, then spread melted chocolate evenly.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Allow bars to cool fully for clean slices.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For extra flair, finish with flaky sea salt or a caramel drizzle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian