Turtle Brownies

Go ahead…take a lick of that caramel sauce that’s dripping down the mug. No one will judge. At least I won’t…because I was doing the same thing! (hehehe)

These bad-boy-brownies are divine. They have all the right flavors, textures and they are simply perfect! The creaminess and sweetness from the caramel sauce with the chocolate-y brownies with a little crunch from the pecans…see, perfection!

I want you to make these, set them out on a plate…then see how long they last…and come back and tell me how quickly they flew off the serving plate 😉

Happy Holidays my friend!

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Turtle Brownies ~ NEW 31 Days of Holiday Sweets & Treats

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time30 mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups chocolate chips, divided
• 1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 3 eggs
• 1 tablespoon vanilla (or use homemade vanilla extract!)
• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup caramel bits
• 2 tablespoons evaporated milk

Instructions

• Heat oven to 325 degrees. Prepare two 9 inch square pans by lining them with foil and spraying the foil with non-stick cooking spray. Make sure the that foil overhangs the edges by about an inch on all sides so you can use them as a handle at the end of the recipe.
• In a microwaveable bowl, add 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips. Microwave on high for 30 seconds. Remove and stir. If the chips are not completely melted, microwave for another 10 seconds and stir again. Remove from microwave and set aside to cool.
• In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar and the butter. Mix for a few seconds and scrape the sides to make sure it all gets integrated. Beat on high until the mixture is light and fluffy.
• Add the eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition. Add the cooled chocolate and the vanilla, and mix well.
• Pour in the flour and salt and stir to combine. Stir in 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips. Pour the batter into the prepared pans. Sprinkle evenly with pecans.
• Bake at 325 degrees for 20 - 25 minutes or until the top is firm to the touch. Do not do the toothpick test since the middle will be fairly chocolatey with all the melted chocolate chips throughout. Allow the brownies to cool for at least 30 minutes.
• In a small saucepan, combine the caramel bits and evaporated milk. Stir over low heat until the caramel is smooth. Drizzle the caramel over the brownies and cool for another 30 minutes. Remove the brownies from the pan using the foil handles. Discard the foil and cut into squares.
• Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Erin’s Personal Recommendations for Sweets & Treats Supplies:

• Silpat Baking Mats
• Wilton Parchment Paper
• AirBake Baking Sheets, 3 pack
• Silicone Brownie Squares Baking Mold
• Silicone Snowflake Mold
• Christmas Themed Lollipop Candy Mold
• Silicone Baking Molds: Green Christmas Tree Cake Pans, set of 4
• 12 Cup Silicone Muffin & Cupcake Baking Pan

See all of our 31 Days of Holiday Sweets & Treats Recipes here!

Other “31 Days of” Series to check out:

• 31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas
• 31 Days of Slow Cooker Meals
• 31 Days of Gluten Free Meals
• 31 Days of Freezer Cooking Recipes
• 31 Days of Skillet Dinner Recipes
• 31 Days of Breakfast Recipes
• 31 Days of Budget Friendly Paleo Recipes
• 31 Days of Grilling Recipes
• 31 Days of 31-Minute Dinners
• 31 Days of Chili, Soups & Stews

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