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Caramel Pecan Bars

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caramel pecan bars
  • Makes 16 bars
  • Prep Time 10 minutes
  • Cook Time 25 minutes freezer time

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 2 tbs. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 6 dates, pitted
  • Water as needed

For the caramel:

  • 15 dates, pitted
  • 3 tbs. water
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp. salt

For the topping:

  • 1 cup crushed pecans

Directions

STEP 1
Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper.
STEP 2
Add all the crust ingredients except for the dates to a food processor. Blend until a flour-like consistency is reached. Add the dates and process until the mixture is sticky and holds together. If needed, add one teaspoon of water at a time until the mixture can hold together.
STEP 3
Press the crust mixture into the bottom of pan and set aside.
STEP 4
Combine all the caramel ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Add more water if needed to reach a liquid, caramel consistency.
STEP 5
Add the caramel to your crust layer and top with crushed pecans.
STEP 6
Chill in the freezer for 25 minutes before cutting and serving. Store leftovers at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings Per Container
1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 205
% Daily Value*
14%
Total Fat 9g
10%
Total Carbohydrates 29g
Protein 3g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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