Caramel Pecan Dream Bars

Caramel Pecan Dream Bars are a popular dessert in the United States, especially during the holiday season. They are known for their rich caramel flavor and crunchy pecan topping.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 105 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Caramel Pecan Dream Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Bakery, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 25 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 45 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Chopped Pecans
• 1 cup Caramel Topping

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. Stir in the chopped pecans.
7. Spread half of the batter into the prepared baking dish.
8. Drizzle the caramel topping evenly over the batter.
9. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter on top of the caramel.
10. Use a knife to swirl the batter and caramel together.
11. Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
12. Allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for 1 hour.
13. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 26g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.