Prepare the Crust

• Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
• Mix the crust ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and softened butter. Mix until the texture becomes crumbly.
• Press the crust into the pan: Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. Press it down firmly to create a solid base.
• Bake the crust: Place it in the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until it turns light golden.

Layer the Toppings

• Add the pecans: Scatter the pecan halves evenly across the warm crust.Drizzle the caramel: Pour caramel sauce generously over the pecans, ensuring even coverage.
• Sprinkle the chocolate chips: Add a layer of semi-sweet chocolate chips on top. The heat from the crust will start melting the chocolate.

Bake Again

• Bake the toppings: Return the dish to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes. Watch for bubbling caramel and melted chocolate—this means it’s ready.
• Cool completely: Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting. This step is essential to set the layers.

Slice and Serve

• Cut into bars: Use a sharp knife to slice the cooled mixture into bars or squares. Warm the knife slightly for cleaner cuts.
• Enjoy: Serve and watch everyone reach for seconds!