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Squares: California Walnut Turtle Squares

Source of Recipe

California Walnut Commission


List of Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour 500 mL
1/2 cup granulated sugar 125 mL
3/4 cup butter, softened 175 mL
2 1/2 cups California Walnut halves 625 mL
25 caramels 25
1 tbsp 18% cream 15 mL

3/4 cup semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips 755 mL






Recipe

In medium bowl, mix together flour and sugar; blend in butter until crumbly. Press into ungreased 13 x 9-inch (33 x 23 cm) pan, lined with heavy-duty foil. Spread walnuts in one layer over dough. Bake in 350°F (180°C) oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until walnuts are lightly toasted and base is lightly browned on edges. Remove from oven; set aside. In medium saucepan, combine unwrapped caramels and cream. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until caramels melt. Immediately drizzle caramel mixture over nuts. Scatter chocolate chips over top; let stand 2 to 3 minutes. Swirl through chocolate with knife; allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Makes about 4 dozen squares.