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Awesome easy delicious recipe!!!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"44dms"},"reviewBody":"I used Butter Pecan cake mix and this was incredible!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jenisue"},"reviewBody":"this was delicious- would make again = tasted like pecan pie-- gave  a scoop of  ice cream on side -- every one said they liked and  some asked for recipe... I did bake   a few minutes longer and   used  1\/2 walnuts  with the  pecans.... added about 1\/4 cup toffee bits over  top too-- a winner!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"riley60"},"reviewBody":"I substituted a gluten free yellow cake mix and had requests for the recipe from my GF friends.   I baked the bars longer than the recipe says -  about 27 - 30 minutes - and they still were gooey and delicious!  Eager to try some chocolate chips with the brickle bits and pecans in the next batch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Robin Bean","givenName":"Robin","familyName":"Bean"},"reviewBody":"Very good - very ooey gooey.Love these and so easy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-05-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Marykauhi"},"reviewBody":"Delicious!  I had to make it with lemon cake since it's all I had, and it was super moist even after I followed the warning and baked it for 30 minutes. Not sure I had to.  Can't wait to taste this when made with yellow cake and vanilla.  This is a keeper.  Made again, this time with yellow cake mix.  Tasted really good, however, since I love lemon, I prefer to use the lemon cake  mix.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Chastaka"},"reviewBody":"I made it for the staff at work & they all loved it.  Very easy & quick to make.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"AbuelaMary"},"reviewBody":"<p>Just wondering where the Caramel is that is mentioned on the recipe name?<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-10-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Karen Mackley","givenName":"Karen","familyName":"Mackley"},"reviewBody":"I followed the recipe to a tee - baked them 25 minutes,  covered and refrigerated them.  In the morning when I went to cut them FOR CHURCH - it was a pan of \"soup\".  Very disappointed in this recipe - obviously, something along the way went wrong!  Perhaps the base should be baked 15 minutes or so first - but why didn't they set up?  I ended up baking chocolate chip cookies at 6:30 a.m. to save face.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"M Lynn","givenName":"M","familyName":"Lynn"},"reviewBody":"Absolutely to die for! Very rich but MINNESOTA NICE:-) I sprinkled about 1 & 1\/2 cups chocolate chips over top upon removal from oven and then spread very gently after they melted. Refrigerated 10 minutes to set the chocolate.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"batemanj"},"reviewBody":"Very yummy! I would change the name to \"OOEY-GOOEY CAKE BARS\" as described in the intro box.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Michelle5472"},"reviewBody":"these were okay. very sweet and almost had the taste of not cooked, but I think that's how they are supposed to be. I cooked mine even longer than the time stated. 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Would also try other reviewers  tip to sprinkle  chocolate  chips  on top after taking  out of  oven.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kay622"},"reviewBody":"So quick and easy...and absolutely DELICIOUS !! Took them to a family get together and everyone loved them and requested the recipe.  My husband only got 1 bite of mine and when he went to get one of his own they were all gone so had to make another batch when we got home.  definitely a keeper, just know now to take copies of recipe with me if I take them anywhere, LOL.  Might try adding mini chocolate chips next time..think that would be good too.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-10-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Kichler073"},"reviewBody":"Very easy to make and is delicious!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"118331","romance_copy_dek":"These ooey-gooey cake bars that pull ever so gently from the pan and hold a firm cut are a baker\u2019s dream come true. &mdash;Cay Keppers, Nisswa, Minnesota","enhanced_recipe_title":"Caramel-Pecan Dream Bars","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 package  yellow cake mix (regular size)","IngredientText":"1 package  yellow cake mix (regular size)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup butter, softened","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup butter, softened"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 large egg, room temperature","IngredientText":"1 large egg, room temperature"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"<b class='sIngredient'>FILLING:<\/b>","IngredientText":"<b class='sIngredient'>FILLING:<\/b>"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk","IngredientText":"1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 large egg","IngredientText":"1 large egg"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","IngredientText":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup chopped pecans","IngredientText":"1 cup chopped pecans"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup brickle toffee bits","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup brickle toffee bits"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/exps118331_SD2235819D06_21_3b_WEB.jpg","RecipeId":118331,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Caramel-Pecan Dream Bars Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"exps118331_SD2235819D06_21_3b_WEB.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Cay","Lastname":"Keppers","ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep: 15 min. 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Very disappointed in this recipe - obviously, something along the way went wrong!  Perhaps the base should be baked 15 minutes or so first - but why didn't they set up?  I ended up baking chocolate chip cookies at 6:30 a.m. to save face.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"10\/16\/2017 17:14","GUID":"1dd1078fb44e478cbf243a74345eafee","MemberId":5517406,"Rating":1,"ScreenName":"Karen Mackley","SubmittedDate":"10\/16\/2017 17:14"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"07\/16\/2017 20:52","GUID":"aaa10215abe3405ab325eb0943a9a3e1","MemberId":9208591,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Paula","SubmittedDate":"07\/16\/2017 20:52"},{"Comment":"<p>do they need to be refrigerated.<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"","GUID":"88337ff5feae439f97caff4f70f5cb52","MemberId":6110536,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"michymah1","SubmittedDate":"07\/28\/2016 13:24"},{"Comment":"<p>So good and super easy to make. Would definitely make again for sure.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"03\/13\/2016 20:42","GUID":"3d3a51a85644463481af6d6c030fd15f","MemberId":7944043,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"moneyladyjan","SubmittedDate":"03\/13\/2016 20:42"},{"Comment":"<p>this was delicious- would make again = tasted like pecan pie-- gave  a scoop of  ice cream on side -- every one said they liked and  some asked for recipe... I did bake   a few minutes longer and   used  1\/2 walnuts  with the  pecans.... added about 1\/4 cup toffee bits over  top too-- a winner!<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"03\/04\/2016 18:34","GUID":"9e864bd7df724ff491fea09e3f1fc06b","MemberId":1194060,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"jenisue","SubmittedDate":"03\/03\/2016 12:06"},{"Comment":"<p>Very yummy! I would change the name to \"OOEY-GOOEY CAKE BARS\" as described in the intro box.<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"02\/25\/2016 09:41","GUID":"70b4ca04c5f14f2bb09e4ece8a5e130c","MemberId":4521827,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"batemanj","SubmittedDate":"02\/25\/2016 09:41"},{"Comment":"<p>Just wondering where the Caramel is that is mentioned on the recipe name?<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"02\/24\/2016 01:25","GUID":"c7e41b4fc94744f294de2162540912bc","MemberId":5583291,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"AbuelaMary","SubmittedDate":"02\/24\/2016 01:25"},{"Comment":"<p>these were okay. very sweet and almost had the taste of not cooked, but I think that's how they are supposed to be. I cooked mine even longer than the time stated. Probably would not make again.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"02\/17\/2016 19:45","GUID":"417bcb27754244ac954a69f97ba5188f","MemberId":6503098,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Michelle5472","SubmittedDate":"02\/17\/2016 19:45"},{"Comment":"<p>Very good and easy! Sweet and rich! Good with a cup of coffee! I baked for 25 mins. Would bake 30 mins next time. Not quite done in the middle. Would also try other reviewers  tip to sprinkle  chocolate  chips  on top after taking  out of  oven.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"02\/16\/2016 22:23","GUID":"38d37a489383417ab7a5906ed9388c57","MemberId":8108644,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"sscovey","SubmittedDate":"02\/16\/2016 22:23"},{"Comment":"<p>I made it for the staff at work & they all loved it.  Very easy & quick to make.<\/p>","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"02\/12\/2016 12:29","GUID":"9f95d18c3fc64220a2d4783003ff9d61","MemberId":8091827,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Karen","SubmittedDate":"02\/12\/2016 12:29"},{"Comment":"<p>I substituted a gluten free yellow cake mix and had requests for the recipe from my GF friends.   I baked the bars longer than the recipe says -  about 27 - 30 minutes - and they still were gooey and delicious!  Eager to try some chocolate chips with the brickle bits and pecans in the next batch.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"02\/10\/2016 19:32","GUID":"91365eb59ee04de98a098350436e90b4","MemberId":2995546,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"riley60","SubmittedDate":"02\/10\/2016 19:32"},{"Comment":"<p>I used Butter Pecan cake mix and this was incredible!!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"02\/10\/2016 10:54","GUID":"abf9976e4a1848b196231e1b45652c6f","MemberId":6005808,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"44dms","SubmittedDate":"02\/10\/2016 10:54"},{"Comment":"<p>Delicious!  I had to make it with lemon cake since it&#39;s all I had, and it was super moist even after I followed the warning and baked it for 30 minutes. Not sure I had to.  Can&#39;t wait to taste this when made with yellow cake and vanilla.  This is a keeper.  Made again, this time with yellow cake mix.  Tasted really good, however, since I love lemon, I prefer to use the lemon cake  mix.<\/p>","CommentId":14,"DateRated":"07\/16\/2014 15:15","GUID":"efbab89be6ca41a198f560d943c0ba41","MemberId":6011692,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Marykauhi","SubmittedDate":"05\/11\/2014 13:25"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":15,"DateRated":"05\/26\/2013 10:55","GUID":"d222b984ec7545d9bdcc95eb8a429542","MemberId":4483077,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"lisagcjackson","SubmittedDate":"05\/26\/2013 10:55"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":16,"DateRated":"12\/29\/2011 22:59","GUID":"44b02038da374e7685af170e9c9deeb3","MemberId":1853059,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"jennifer","SubmittedDate":"12\/29\/2011 22:59"},{"Comment":"<p>Absolutely to die for! Very rich but MINNESOTA NICE:-) I sprinkled about 1 &amp; 1\/2 cups chocolate chips over top upon removal from oven and then spread very gently after they melted. Refrigerated 10 minutes to set the chocolate.<\/p>","CommentId":17,"DateRated":"12\/04\/2011 23:41","GUID":"A0BA1CED6A4740C5AA752D3E2951D017","MemberId":282985,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"M Lynn","SubmittedDate":"12\/04\/2011 23:41"},{"Comment":"<p>Very good - very ooey gooey.<\/p><p>Love these and so easy!<\/p>","CommentId":18,"DateRated":"11\/12\/2011 16:17","GUID":"672718b554ca4aedbde58dff6e1a5b44","MemberId":3819578,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Robin Bean","SubmittedDate":"11\/12\/2011 16:17"},{"Comment":"<p>So quick and easy...and absolutely DELICIOUS !! Took them to a family get together and everyone loved them and requested the recipe.  My husband only got 1 bite of mine and when he went to get one of his own they were all gone so had to make another batch when we got home.  definitely a keeper, just know now to take copies of recipe with me if I take them anywhere, LOL.  Might try adding mini chocolate chips next time..think that would be good too.<\/p>","CommentId":19,"DateRated":"10\/21\/2011 13:41","GUID":"9012d47a202a4b52ba9eefbee59dc8cb","MemberId":3219504,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"kay622","SubmittedDate":"10\/21\/2011 13:41"},{"Comment":"<p>Very easy to make and is delicious!<\/p>","CommentId":20,"DateRated":"10\/07\/2011 08:56","GUID":"1D10829897312CAA120D383E501993B2","MemberId":32326,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Kichler073","SubmittedDate":"10\/07\/2011 08:56"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes &amp; Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? 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