Chunky Caramel Nut Brownies

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Chunky Caramel Nut Brownies
Yield: Makes 2 dozen brownies
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Ingredients:
3/4
cup (1-1/2 sticks) butter

4
squares (1 ounce each) unsweetened chocolate

2
cups sugar

4
eggs

1
cup all-purpose flour

1
package (14 ounces) caramels

1/4
cup whipping cream

2
cups pecan halves or coarsely chopped pecans, divided

1
package (12 ounces) chocolate chunks or chips



Preparation:
1.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 13X9-inch baking pan; set aside.

2.
Place butter and chocolate in large microwavable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth when stirred. Stir in sugar until well blended. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in flour until well blended. Spread half of batter in prepared pan. Bake 20 minutes.

3.
Meanwhile, combine caramels and cream in medium microwavable bowl. Microwave on HIGH 1-1/2 to 2 minutes or until caramels begin to melt; stir until mixture is smooth. Stir in 1 cup pecan halves.

4.
Spread caramel mixture over partially baked brownie base. Sprinkle with half of chocolate chunks. Pour remaining brownie batter over top; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup pecan halves and chocolate chunks. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Cut into squares.





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