Indulge in these irresistible turtle bars packed with gooey caramel, rich chocolate, and crunchy pecans! Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings!
Ingredients:
1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup caramel bits
1/4 cup heavy cream
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix and melted butter until crumbly. Press half of the mixture into the prepared pan.
Bake the crust for 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle chocolate chips and pecans over the crust.
In a small saucepan, melt the caramel bits with evaporated milk and heavy cream over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth.
Drizzle the melted caramel mixture over the chocolate chips and pecans.
Crumble the remaining cake mixture over the caramel layer.
Bake for an additional 18-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 250 kcal per serving
FAQ:
Q: Can I use a different type of nuts?
A: Yes, feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds according to your preference.
Conclusion:
These turtle bars are the ultimate treat for any dessert lover! With layers of cake mix, caramel, chocolate, and pecans, they’re guaranteed to impress at any gathering.