CRANBERRY TURTLE BARS - DEE DEE'S
Sweet. Nutty, Satisfying. I could go on for days about these little treats. The cranberry caramel - soooo good. This is a seasonal dessert that I plan to prepare more than just at the holidays.
Provided by Diane Atherton
Categories Other Desserts
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- 1. DIRECTIONS FOR CRUST: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 15 X 10-inch shallow baking pan with parchment paper. NOTE: I used a 9 X 13-inch pan and I sprayed bottom of pan with PAM before placing parchment paper in bottom of pan. Butter all 4 sides of pan.
- 2. In your food processor, place the flour, brown sugar, and salt and process to combine. Add the cold butter and pulse until the pastry starts to come together and form clumps. Transfer the pastry to the prepared pan and, using your fingertips, evenly press the pastry onto the bottom of the pan. (Can use a metal spatual to form an even layer.) Gently pierce the bottom of the crust with the tines of a fork. (This will prevent the pastry crust from puffing up while it bakes.) Cover and place the pastry crust in the freezer for 15 minutes to chill. (This will help prevent the crust from shrinking while it bakes.)
- 3. Bake in the middle of the oven until golden and firm to the touch, about 15 to 17 minutes; cool in pan on a rack. NOTE: Using a 9 X 13-inch pan, I baked for 20 minutes.
- 4. DIRECTIONS FOR CARAMEL TOPPING: Melt butter in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over a medium heat; stir in sugar, corn syrup, and salt. Boil over a medium heat, stirring occasionally, until mixture registers 245 degrees on a candy thermometer, about 8 minutes.
- 5. Carefully stir in cranberries; boil until caramel returns to 245 degrees.
- 6. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla; add pecans and stir until well coated.
- 7. Working quickly, spread caramel topping over base, using a form to distribute nuts and cranberries evenly; sprinkle coconut and chocolate chips over top; cool completely.
- 8. FOR THE GARISH: Melt chocolate in a double boiler or a metal bowl set over a saucepan of barely simmering water; stir until smooth.
- 9. Remove bowl from heat and continue stirring until completely cool. Using either a pastry bag or using a spoon; lightly drizzle the chocolate over the bars; let cool completely. NOTE: I used a ziploc bag and snipped a very small corner of the bag.
- 10. Once cooled; cut into 36 bars and serve.
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[email protected]I accidentally used semi-sweet chocolate chips instead of bittersweet chocolate chips. The bars were still good, but I think they would have been better with bittersweet chocolate.
Taqiy Mosallam
[email protected]I had a hard time finding dried cranberries, so I used fresh cranberries instead. They turned out great!
Temidola Deborah
[email protected]These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
Owami Ntshangase
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I loved these bars! The combination of flavors and textures was perfect.
The Cam Show
[email protected]These bars are so delicious and festive! I love making them for holiday parties.
Sharmila Siwakoti
[email protected]I've made these bars several times and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Luis alejandro Lopez ruiz
[email protected]These bars are so easy to make and they're always a hit! I love the combination of cranberries and chocolate.
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[email protected]I'm gluten-free and I was thrilled to find this recipe. I made a few modifications to make it gluten-free and they turned out perfectly. They're so delicious, I can't believe they're gluten-free!
BillieJo Austin
[email protected]I'm a beginner baker and I was a bit intimidated by this recipe at first. But I'm so glad I gave it a try! The instructions were easy to follow and the bars turned out beautifully. I'm so proud of myself!
Maria Cornett
[email protected]I made a few modifications to this recipe to make it a bit healthier. I used whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, and I reduced the amount of sugar. They turned out just as delicious, and I felt good about serving them to my family.
Ibrahim Saied
[email protected]Oh my goodness, these bars are incredible! The combination of flavors and textures is just perfect. I can't stop eating them!
Ghulam Jaan
[email protected]I tested this recipe for a magazine and I have to say, it's one of the best cranberry turtle bar recipes I've ever tried. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, and the bars turned out perfectly.
telson toh
[email protected]I made these bars for Christmas and they were a huge success! They're so festive and delicious, and they were the perfect way to end our holiday meal.
Justin Just
[email protected]These bars were a lifesaver! I needed a quick and easy dessert to bring to a potluck and these fit the bill perfectly. They were a huge hit and everyone asked for the recipe.
Usama Yaqub
[email protected]I've made these bars several times now and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. The cranberries add a nice pop of color and flavor.
DENGAR KHAN
[email protected]These Cranberry Turtle Bars were a delightful treat! The combination of tart cranberries and sweet caramel and chocolate was absolutely perfect. The shortbread crust added a nice crunch to the bars.