CARAMEL PECAN CANDY

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Sweet and chewy, these yummy layered squares come from Dick Deacon of Lawrenceville, Georgia. "I have also made this recipe in a 9-inch pie pan and cut it very small pieces," says Dick. "You can't eat very much at one time."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup plus 1/2 cup butter, divided
20 Oreo cookies, crushed
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
3 cups chopped pecans, toasted
TOPPING:
3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt 1/3 cup butter over medium heat; stir in the cookie crumbs. Press into an ungreased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake at 325° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan , melt caramels and remaining butter over low heat. Stir in the pecans. Pour over crust. Cool. , For topping, in a small saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, butter, cream and corn syrup. Cook and stir over low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in vanilla. Pour over caramel layer. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate until chocolate hardens. , Let candy stand at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before cutting into 1-in. squares. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BD King
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Mannan Islam
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This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients. The candy didn't turn out at all.


Ammar Amer
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I followed the recipe exactly and the candy turned out too hard. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Bacon King_2022
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This candy is a little too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Abdullahi Sadiya
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I've made this candy several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect party treat.


Tohidu Islam
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This candy is a little pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


Shane Keith
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This candy is the perfect combination of sweet and salty. It's sure to please everyone.


Abbas Tazeem
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I'm not much of a baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the candy turned out great.


Sesethu Booi
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This candy is so delicious, I could eat it every day.


M. Umair chattha
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I made this candy for my family and they loved it. It's a great treat for any occasion.


Kalo jadu
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This candy is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The end result is amazing!


Tahir Mansuri
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best caramel pecan candy I've ever had.


Lesia Bell
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This candy is the perfect gift for any occasion.


Adeyemo Idris
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I'm not usually a fan of caramel, but this candy has changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Sayed Asif
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This recipe is a keeper! I will be making this candy for all my future parties.


Luca van Gent
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I love the way the caramel and pecans complement each other in this candy. It's the perfect balance of sweet and salty.


Ashir Wattoo
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This candy is so addictive! I can't stop eating it.


santha wijerathne
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The recipe was easy to follow and the candy turned out perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Name Farooqi
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I made this candy for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Samantha Mary
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This caramel pecan candy is absolutely divine! The combination of sweet, buttery caramel and crunchy pecans is irresistible.