Chocolaty Caramel Pecan Bars

I make these cookies every year for christmas. I have to make a double batch though because they are everyones favorites. They are fantastic! Even cold from the fridge they are awesome. Hint: score the top of the chocolate topping before you put it to firm up in the fridge; it will make it easier to cut them. They are a bit delicate at the base, but i promise you, no one will care lol

Steps

Heat oven to 325 degrees.

Grease a 9 inch square pan.

In medium bowl , combine the 1 / 2 cup powdered sugar , 1 / 2 cup butter , and 1 tablespoon cream.

Blend well.

Add flour.

Mix until crumbly.

With floured hands , press evenly into the greased pan.

Bake at 325 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes or until firm to the touch.

Meanwhile , in a medium saucepan , combine the unwrapped caramels and 1 / 2 cup whipping cream.

Cook over low heat until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth , stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat.

Add pecans.

Stir well to get them coated.

Immediately spoon over cooked crust.

Spread carefully to cover crust.

In small bowl , combine topping ingredients.

Microwave until smooth , being careful not to burn the chocolate.

Drizzle over filling refrigerate one hour or until it is firm.

Cut into bars.

Makes 24 bars-- at least in theory lol.

Ingredients

powdered sugar, butter, whipping cream, all-purpose flour, caramels, pecans, chocolate chips