turtle dove bars

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62 Pinches
Fond du Lac, WI
Updated on Apr 30, 2013

This recipe is from an old recipe pamphlet that was my Grandmothers. Recipe is from Land O' Lakes.

prep time
cook time 30 Min
method ---
yield 36 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • CRUST INGREDIENTS
  • 2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • FILLING INGREDIENTS
  • 2/3 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

How To Make turtle dove bars

  • Step 1
    In a large mixing bowl, combine all crust ingredients except pecans. Beat at medium speed until crumbly. Press into bottom of 9 by 13 ungreased baking pan. Sprinkle pecans over unbaked crust.
  • Step 2
    For the filling: Combine butter and brown sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a full boil, 4-5 minutes. Boil, stirring constantly, until candy thermometer reaches 242F 2-3 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Pour over pecans and crust. Bake at 350F for 18-20 minutes, or until caramel layer is bubbly. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with butterscotch and chocolate chips; let stand 5 minutes. Swirl chips as they melt leaving some whole for a marbled effect. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

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