Caramel Pecan Bars Recipe | How to Make Delicious Caramel Pecan Bars

Introduction:

The video provides a step-by-step guide to making Caramel Pecan Bars. This recipe is a delightful treat, combining a buttery shortbread base with a luscious caramel pecan topping.

Ingredients:

For the Shortbread Base:

• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1/8 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of butter
• 1 and 1/2 cups of plain flour

For the Caramel Pecan Topping:

• 100 grams of butter
• 3/4 cups of brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons of honey
• 2 tablespoons of cream
• 180 grams of pecan nuts

Preparation Steps:

Shortbread Base:

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Cream 1/2 cup of butter, then add 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/8 teaspoon of salt, and gradually mix in 1 and 1/2 cups of plain flour until well combined.
3. Line a baking pan with parchment paper and evenly spread the shortbread mixture into the pan.
4. Bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.

Caramel Pecan Topping:

1. In a small pot, combine 100 grams of butter, 3/4 cups of brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Heat on medium to low until the butter and sugar have melted.
2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of cream and bring to a gentle boil.
3. Add 180 grams of pecan nuts to the mixture. (You can chop the pecans if preferred).
4. Let the mixture gently boil, then remove from heat.

Combining and Baking:

1. Pour the caramel pecan topping over the baked shortbread base.
2. Bake again for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.

Conclusion:

After the second bake, allow the Caramel Pecan Bars to cool down completely before slicing. The result is a scrumptious treat with a perfect balance of a crunchy pecan topping and a soft, buttery shortbread base. Enjoy this delightful dessert with friends and family or as a special treat for yourself!