Caramel Pecan Blondie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1½ cups brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup caramel bits or soft caramels, chopped
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter and brown sugar, stirring until smooth and well blended.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Fold in chopped pecans and caramel bits gently.
7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
9. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars to ensure the caramel sets properly.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 12 bars
Tips:
Use high-quality caramel bits or soft caramels for a richer, gooey texture inside the bars.
Chill the bars for 30 minutes before slicing to achieve clean, neat cuts.