Caramel Oatmeal Chewies
Indulge in the gooey, buttery decadence of Caramel Oatmeal Chewies, a dessert bar that perfectly balances chewy oats, rich caramel, and melty chocolate. These irresistible treats start with a crumbly oatmeal crust that’s partially baked to golden perfection, then layered with luscious melted caramel and chocolate chips, and finished with a crumbly oat topping for extra texture. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is an easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth while offering a homemade twist on classic comfort food. Perfect for potlucks, family gatherings, or as an afternoon indulgence, these caramel oatmeal bars stay fresh for days and belong in your go-to dessert lineup. Keywords: caramel oatmeal bars, dessert bars, homemade caramel treats, easy dessert recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 14 ounces caramels, unwrapped
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is fluffy and light.
Mix in the vanilla extract, then stir in the flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt until fully combined. The mixture will be crumbly.
Press about two-thirds of the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create an even layer.
Bake this bottom layer for 10 minutes and then remove it from the oven. Leave the oven on for the next step.
While the crust is baking, place the unwrapped caramels and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the caramels are fully melted and smooth.
Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the partially baked crust. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the caramel layer.
Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the top of the caramel and chocolate layer. Gently press it down with your hands to secure it.
Bake the assembled bars in the oven for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into squares. This will allow the caramel to set properly.
Once cooled, slice into 24 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6039 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 227.7 g | 292% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.1 g | 646% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 365 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 3109 mg | 135% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 945.8 g | 344% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 589.2 g | ||
| Protein | 66.4 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 617 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 24.2 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 2480 mg | 53% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
