Nutcracker’s Salted Caramel Pecan Bars

Nutcracker’s Salted Caramel Pecan Bars are a quick and easy recipe that anyone would love to find underneath the tree. These nutty bunches of joy spread holiday cheer with flavorful ingredients like chopped pecans, caramel candies, light brown sugar and vanilla extract. And once you add the 2 large EGGS, you’ll be giving the gift of incredible taste.
INGREDIENTS
3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, softened and divided
1/2 cup sugar
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
18 caramel candies (individually wrapped)
2 Tbsp. milk
1/4 cup light brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
1/8 tsp. salt
1 cup chopped pecans
pinch of kosher or sea salt (to serve)