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Turtle Brownies with Caramel and Pecans Recipe

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  • Author: Michelle
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Turtle Brownies recipe combines rich, fudgy brownies with gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and melted chocolate for a decadent dessert. The brownies are baked with pecans inside, topped with a luxurious caramel sauce infused with cream and salt, then finished with semi-sweet chocolate and optional flaky sea salt for a perfect sweet and salty treat.

Ingredients

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Brownie Base

  • 1 box brownie mix plus ingredients needed to prepare them (Ghirardelli is recommended)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, divided

Caramel Sauce

  • 1 cup caramel bits
  • 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Toppings

  • 1/2 cup chopped semi-sweet chocolate bar or chocolate chips
  • Flaky sea salt for topping, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix brownie batter: Prepare the brownie mix according to the package instructions. Stir in 1/2 cup of the chopped pecans to add texture and flavor.
  3. Bake brownies: Pour the brownie batter into the greased baking dish and bake as directed on the package. Set your timer for 5 minutes less than the suggested time to avoid overbaking, aiming for a fudgier texture.
  4. Make caramel sauce: While brownies bake, combine caramel bits, heavy whipping cream, and salt in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir. Continue microwaving in 15 to 30-second increments, stirring after each, until the caramel is smooth and fully melted.
  5. Poke brownie holes: When the brownies are done baking, use a fork or the back of a wooden spoon to poke holes evenly all over the surface. Poke about two-thirds of the way through without breaking through to the bottom.
  6. Soak brownies with caramel: Slowly pour about three-quarters of the caramel sauce over the brownies, allowing it to seep into the holes and infuse each bite with gooey caramel goodness.
  7. Add toppings: Sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans and then the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips evenly over the top of the brownies.
  8. Finish with caramel and sea salt: Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle flaky sea salt if desired to enhance the flavors with a subtle salty crunch.
  9. Cool and serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares for serving.

Notes

  • Toast the pecans before adding to the batter for deeper flavor and enhanced crunch.
  • Using a metal baking pan is preferred for more even baking; if using glass or ceramic, expect slightly longer baking time.
  • Do not overbake brownies to maintain a moist, fudgy center.
  • Allow caramel to cool slightly before drizzling if it seems too hot to avoid melting the chocolate chips completely.

Find it online: https://clovercuisine.com/turtle-brownies-with-caramel-and-pecans-recipe/