Best 7 Brownie Caramel Pecan Bars Recipes

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Decadent brownie caramel pecan bars are a delightful treat that combines multiple layers of deliciousness for an unforgettable flavor experience. With a rich and fudgy brownie base, a gooey caramel center, and a crispy pecan topping, these bars are a perfect blend of textures and flavors. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will provide you with a step-by-step guide to create these delightful treats in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL PECAN BROWNIES



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Looking for a dessert made using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour? Then check out these caramel and pecan brownies - a crunchy treat!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
2/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
12 caramels
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Grease bottom and sides of square pan, 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 inches, with shortening. Mix sugar, shortening, vanilla and eggs in large bowl. Stir in flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt. Spread in pan. Sprinkle with pecans.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Heat caramels and milk in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted. Drizzle over warm brownies. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For brownies, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 80 mg

CARAMEL-PECAN BROWNIES



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Gooey chocolate, melty caramel, crunchy pecans: Baker, prepare to take a bow as these brownies become the star of the dessert table.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Nuts

Time 1h15m

Yield 32 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Unsweetened Chocolate
3/4 cup butter or margarine
2 cups sugar
4 eggs
1 cup flour
1 pkg. (11 oz.) KRAFT Caramels
1/3 cup whipping cream
2 cups pecan halves, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides. Spray foil with cooking spray. Microwave chocolate and butter in large microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until butter is melted. Stir until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Add sugar and eggs; mix well. Stir in flour until blended. Pour half the batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake 25 min. or until top is firm to the touch. Meanwhile, microwave caramels and cream in medium microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until caramels begin to melt; stir until caramels are completely melted and mixture is well blended. Stir in 1 cup nuts.
  • Spread caramel mixture over brownie layer in pan; cover with remaining brownie batter. (Some caramel mixture may peek through.) Sprinkle with remaining nuts. Bake 30 min. or until top is firm to the touch. Cool in pan on wire rack. Use foil handles to remove brownies from pan before cutting to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 75 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

GOOEY CARAMEL-PECAN BROWNIES



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Just one taste of these rich caramel-pecan delights, and you'll see why they're Betty's Best homemade brownies!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
2/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans, if desired
12 vanilla caramels
1 tablespoon milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of square pan, 9x9x2 inches.
  • Mix sugar, shortening, vanilla and eggs in medium bowl. Stir in flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt.
  • Spread batter in pan; sprinkle with pecans. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Heat caramels and milk in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted. Drizzle over warm brownies. Cool completely. For 16 brownies, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 80 mg

CARAMEL PECAN BROWNIES



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These moist, chewy brownies rival any store-bought chocolate bar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Brownie Recipes

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, plus more for baking dish
12 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or less to taste
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 3/4 cups sugar
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chunks
3 ounces chopped pecans (about 1 cup)
Caramel Sauce for Caramel Pecan Brownies, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch glass baking dish. Line bottom of pan with parchment paper; butter the paper. Set aside. Place bittersweet chocolate and butter in a heat-proof bowl; set over a pan of barely simmering water. Stir occasionally until melted. Remove pan from heat, and set aside.
  • Sift together the flour, cayenne, and salt, and set aside. Place the sugar and eggs in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, and beat until fluffy and well combined, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the vanilla extract and chocolate mixture, and stir to combine. Add the dry ingredients, and stir to combine. Stir in chocolate. Pour into dish, and sprinkle with chopped pecans. Bake until set, 35 to 40 minutes. Transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool. When cool, drizzle with caramel sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 g, Cholesterol 25 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, Sodium 2 g

CARAMEL PECAN BROWNIES



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These rich and gooey brownies are so good, I make them year-round.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
75 caramels
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter and 1/3 cup milk. Spread half of the mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in a microwave, heat caramels and remaining milk, uncovered, on high for 2-3 minutes or until caramels are melted; stir until smooth. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with pecans and chocolate chips. Drop reserved cake mixture by tablespoonfuls over the top. , Bake for 10 minutes; remove from the oven and smooth top. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until top appears dry and is lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

BROWNIE CARAMEL PECAN BARS



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Make and share this Brownie Caramel Pecan Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatJodiGirl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons water
2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided (12 oz. pkg.)
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecan pieces
25 caramels
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Line a 9 inch square baking pan with foil, extending foil over edges of pan.
  • Grease and flour foil.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, butter and water; cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Immediately add 1 cup chocolate chips; stir until melted.
  • Beat in eggs and vanilla until well blended.
  • Stir into chocolate mixture.
  • Spread batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until brownies begin to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  • When brownies are almost done, prepare Caramel Topping; Remove wrappers from the 25 caramels.
  • In a medium microwavable bowl, place 1/4 cup butter or margarine, caramels and 2 tablespoons milk.
  • Microwave on HIGH for 1 minute.
  • Stir.
  • Microwave an additional 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, or until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth when stirred.
  • Use immediately.
  • After removing brownies from oven; immediately and carefully spread with prepared topping.
  • Sprinkle remaining 1 cup chocolate chips and pecans over topping.
  • Cool completely in pan on wire rack, being careful not to disturb chips while soft.
  • Lift out of pan.
  • Cut into bars.

BROWNIE CARAMEL LAYER BARS



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I got this recipe at a bake sale. They disappeared so fast! Make sure you cut them into smaller squares because they can be very rich.

Provided by Lindsey loo

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (14 ounce) package Kraft caramels
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 (18 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
3/4 cup melted butter
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup walnuts
6 ounces chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Combine caramels and the first 1/3 cup evaporated milk.
  • Cook over low heat until melted.
  • Grease and flour 13x9 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl combine cake mix, butter, second 1/3 cup evaporated milk, and nuts.
  • Stir until dough holds together.
  • Press half of the dough on the bottom of the pan, bake for 6 min at 350 degrees.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over crust.
  • Spread caramel over crust.
  • Press the last half of cake mixture gently on top of the caramel.
  • Bake for 15-18 minute.
  • Cool slightly and refrigerate.
  • Cut into squares and serve with cool, creamy milk!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate. This will make a big difference in the taste of your bars.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough.
  • Bake the bars until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached. Overbaking will make the bars dry.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Brownie caramel pecan bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich chocolate flavor, gooey caramel filling, and crunchy pecan topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these brownie caramel pecan bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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