How to Make Caramel Pecan Shortbread Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Who can resist the combination of buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans? These Caramel Pecan Shortbread Bars are a decadent and delicious treat that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. The buttery shortbread base provides the perfect foundation for the rich and sweet caramel filling, while the toasted pecans add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.

These bars are great for any occasion – whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a sweet treat to en...

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Ingredients

  • 1 serving PAM® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
  • 2 cups Ultragrain® All Purpose Flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup Fleischmann's® Unsalted-stick
  • 1 (14 ounce) package caramels, unwrapped
  • 1 tablespoon reduced fat (2%) milk
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate morsels
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves

Information

  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 48 bars

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 15x10x1-inch jelly roll pan with aluminum foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • Place flour, sugar, salt and Fleischmann's in food processor; pulse until dough forms ball. Press dough evenly onto prepared jelly roll pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 10 minutes.
  • Place caramels and milk in microwave-safe bowl; microwave on HIGH 2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Spread evenly over crust.
  • Place chocolate in microwave-safe bowl; microwave on HIGH 1-1/2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds or until smooth. Spread chocolate over caramel layer. Place nuts evenly over top. Cool completely.
  • Lift foil with shortbread onto cutting board. Cut with long knife into 48 bars. Store in airtight container.
  • Nutrition

    117 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 1mg
    • Sodium: 33mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 45mg