Now that you have all the ingredients at your fingertips, let’s delve into the step-by-step process of creating these heavenly Caramel Pecan Dream Bars:
1. Building the Crust:
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish and line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter (cut into small pieces), light brown sugar, and salt. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend the ingredients until they resemble coarse crumbs.
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until it turns lightly golden.
2. Caramel Layer:
