Turtle Cookie Bars

Indulge in the ultimate dessert decadence with these irresistibly gooey Turtle Cookie Bars! Featuring layers of buttery cookie dough, rich caramel, toasted pecans, and a decadent drizzle of melted chocolate, this recipe combines the classic flavors of turtle candy into an easy-to-make bar that’s perfect for any occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these bars are the perfect blend of soft and chewy textures, with bursts of nuttiness and a delightful caramel-chocolate finish in every bite. Ideal for bake sales, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones, these cookie bars will quickly become a family favorite. Keywords: Turtle Cookie Bars, caramel dessert, chocolate pecan bars, easy dessert recipe, gooey cookie bars.

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Pecans, chopped
• 11 ounces Caramel bits or soft caramel candies, unwrapped
• 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring everything is well incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in 1 cup of the chopped pecans and half of the chocolate chips into the dough.

Step 6

Spread two-thirds of the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing it into an even layer with your fingers or a spatula.

Step 7

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the caramel bits and heavy cream. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each, until the mixture is smooth and melted.

Step 8

Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the cookie dough layer in the pan and sprinkle with the remaining 0.5 cup of chopped pecans.

Step 9

Using the remaining cookie dough, drop small flattened pieces over the caramel layer—it's fine if some caramel peeks through.

Step 10

Bake for 25-28 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and set. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan.

Step 11

Once cooled, melt the remaining chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth.

Step 12

Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled bars. Allow the chocolate to set before cutting into 16 squares or bars.

Step 13

Serve and enjoy the gooey, nutty, and chocolatey goodness of Turtle Cookie Bars!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1592.8 grams (1592.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7105

Total Fat 342.60g	439%
Saturated Fat 141.00g	705%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 650mg	217%
Sodium 3112mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 1011.80g	368%
Dietary Fiber 43.20g	154%
Total Sugars 682.70g
Protein 83.50g	167%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 631mg	49%
Iron 28mg	154%
Potassium 1686mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 54.2%