Turtle Brownies
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5
Turtle Brownies
Description
This recipe starts by preparing a boxed brownie mix enhanced with semisweet chocolate chips for added richness and texture. After baking the brownies fully and allowing them to cool, a caramel sauce is made by melting caramel bits with heavy cream until smooth. Toasted pecans are then incorporated into the caramel, coating the nuts in sweetness and soft creaminess.
The caramel pecan mixture is poured evenly over the cooled brownies and chilled in the refrigerator until set, creating a distinct top layer. Once firm, the brownies are cut into squares suitable for serving. The combination results in brownies with a fudgy base and a glossy, chewy caramel and nut topping, providing both soft and crunchy textures in every bite.
These brownies can be stored in the refrigerator to maintain the caramel topping's firmness and to keep the chocolate moist. Serving them chilled highlights the contrast between the layers. They are suited for dessert tables, gatherings, or as a treat to enjoy at home.
Ingredients
- 18.4 oz brownie mix 1 box + ingredients required on the box to make brownies
- ⅔ cup semisweet chocolate chips
- cooking spray
- 11 ounces caramel bits or unwrapped caramels
- 4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream or half and half
- 1 ½ cups pecans toasted
Instructions
- Line a 9" x 9" square baking pan with parchment paper; leave an overhang on the edges. Coat the prepared pan with cooking spray.
- Prepare brownie mix according to package directions and stir in the chocolate chips. Bake the brownies according to package directions.
- Remove the brownies from the oven and cool completely.
- Place the caramels and cream in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 45 second increments until caramels are melted; stir well until smooth.
- Add the pecans and stir until the nuts are covered in the caramel.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the brownies.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 40 minutes or until set.
- Cut into squares and serve. Store any remaining brownies in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12brownies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 260 | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 27g | 9% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 66mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 166mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 95IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 54mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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