How long does gooey salted caramel pecan turtle bars [vegan] take to prepare?

Preparation and baking time is typically 30-60 minutes depending on recipe complexity.

Can I make gooey salted caramel pecan turtle bars [vegan] without refined sugar?

Yes! Try sweetening with maple syrup, dates, or coconut sugar instead.

Can I make gooey salted caramel pecan turtle bars [vegan] without nuts?

Yes! You can substitute nuts with seeds, beans, or plant-based protein. Adjust quantities based on what you use.

Why is gooey salted caramel pecan turtle bars [vegan] so quick to make?

The simple ingredients and streamlined technique make this recipe fast without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

How long does gooey salted caramel pecan turtle bars [vegan] keep?

Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container, or freeze for up to 1 month.

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Gooey Salted Caramel Pecan Turtle Bars
[Vegan]

MS By: Medha Swaminathan

Author Bio

Mediterranean-inspired dinners and decadent desserts. Medha Swaminathan, blogger at Whisk & Shout, is an environmentally conscious... Read More

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Gooey Salted Caramel Pecan Turtle Bars [Vegan]

This recipe combines rich, salty caramel, chocolate, and toasted pecans ... doesn't that sound divine? These decadent desserts also look pretty fancy, so if you have a party to go to, these are the thing to make! The toughest part is resisting the urge to keep them to yourself.

Ingredients You Need for Gooey Salted Caramel Pecan Turtle Bars [Vegan]

1 1/2 cups vegan butter
1 2/3 cups flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
3/4 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided in half
1 3/4 cups cane sugar
1/4 cup agave nectar
1 teaspoon molasses
1 cup coconut milk
1 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt
2 cups toasted pecan pieces
1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips

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How to Prepare Gooey Salted Caramel Pecan Turtle Bars [Vegan]

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and line your baking pan with parchment paper or foil.
Beat 1 1/4 cups vegan butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Add flour, cornstarch, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla and mix together until a dough forms.
Press into your prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and place on a wire rack.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the cane sugar, agave, molasses, remaining butter, and remaining 1 teaspoon vanilla with 1/4 cup water. Stir until the cane sugar has dissolved.
Once the mixture begins to bubble, stir in the coconut milk. The caramel will slowly thicken for 10-15 minutes- use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature and remove from heat once the caramel reaches about 240°F.
Immediately pour the caramel over the prepared crust and top with pecans, chocolate, and coarse sea salt.
Let the bars cool completely before cutting and serving.