Ingredients for Brownie Caramel Pecan Bars
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter + 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
- 2 large eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- Baking Soda
- Pinch of salt
- Pecan Pieces
- Caramels
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk
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How to Make Brownie Caramel Pecan Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a 9x9 inch square baking pan with foil, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Grease and flour the foil-lined pan.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar, 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, and 1/4 cup (60ml) water.
- Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a boil.
- Remove from heat and immediately stir in 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
- Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the chocolate mixture until just combined.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- While the brownies are baking, prepare the caramel topping:
- Unwrap 25 caramels (about 7 ounces).
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, the caramels, and 2 tablespoons (30ml) milk.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute, then stir.
- Continue microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the caramels are melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Remove the brownies from the oven.
- Immediately and carefully spread the caramel topping evenly over the warm brownies.
- Sprinkle 1 cup (170g) semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup (113g) pecan halves over the caramel.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the foil overhang.
- Cut into bars and serve.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
5 g
Sugar
113g
Fat
37g
Carbs
12g
