If you’re looking for the perfect blend of caramel, pecans, and chocolate, these Caramel Pecan Cookies will satisfy all your cravings!
They combine a buttery biscuit base with a sweet caramel pecan filling, all topped off with rich chocolate.
Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies are simply irresistible!
Ingredients
Caramel mixture
- 80 ml water
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 200 ml whipping cream
- 80 g unsalted butter
Filling
- 175 g pecans
- 150 g tea biscuits
Topping
- 300 g milk chocolate
- Pecans
Garnish
- Pecans
Instructions
Step 1: Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add water and sugar, and mix well. Cook until the sugar mixture turns golden brown.
Step 2: Add whipping cream and whisk. When the caramel darkens, add unsalted butter, mix, and remove from heat.
Step 3: Break tea biscuits into pieces. Combine with chopped pecans and caramel mixture in a bowl.
Step 4: Press the mixture into a dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm. Once set, cut the pecan caramel mixture into bars.
Step 5: Melt milk chocolate using a double boiler. Mix pecans into one bowl, and leave the other plain.
Step 6: Dip bars into the chocolate and place them on parchment paper.
Garnish with chopped pecans and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I use ready-made caramel?
Yes, you can use store-bought caramel to save time.
2. How long should the bars chill in the fridge?
Let them chill for at least 30 minutes to set properly.
3. Can I substitute milk chocolate with dark chocolate?
Absolutely, dark chocolate works well for a richer flavor.
4. How do I store the cookies?
Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.
5. Can I use other nuts besides pecans?
Yes, walnuts or almonds can be used if you prefer.
Caramel Pecan Cookies
Ingredients
Caramel mixture:
- 80 ml water
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 200 ml whipping cream
- 80 g unsalted butter
Filling:
- 175 g pecans
- 150 g tea biscuits
Topping:
- 300 g milk chocolate
- Pecans
Garnish:
- Pecans
Instructions
- Heat a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add water and sugar, and mix well. Cook until the sugar mixture turns golden brown.
- Add whipping cream and whisk. When the caramel darkens, add unsalted butter, mix, and remove from heat.
- Break tea biscuits into pieces. Combine with chopped pecans and caramel mixture in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into a dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until firm. Once set, cut the pecan caramel mixture into bars.
- Melt milk chocolate using a double boiler. Mix pecans into one bowl, and leave the other plain.
- Dip bars into the chocolate and place them on parchment paper.
- Garnish with chopped pecans and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
