Chocolate Caramel Commotion Bars
Indulge in irresistible decadence with these Chocolate Caramel Commotion Bars, the ultimate layered dessert that combines gooey caramel, melty chocolate, and a buttery cookie base. Perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth, these bars feature a rich homemade dough that’s partially baked to perfection, a luscious molten caramel center made from creamy unwrapped caramels and heavy cream, and a crumbly cookie topping studded with semisweet chocolate chips. Enhanced by optional toasted pecans and a sprinkling of flaky sea salt for a touch of sophistication, this recipe is a showstopper at parties, bake sales, or as a special family treat. With just 20 minutes of prep and a balance of sweet, salty, and gooey textures, these dessert bars promise a crowd-pleasing experience that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy. Perfect for dessert lovers searching for a caramel chocolate bar recipe or decadent cookie bar desserts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 30 caramel candies, unwrapped
- 0.25 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon flaky sea salt (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and kosher salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups of the chocolate chips, reserving the remaining 1/2 cup for later.
Press half of the cookie dough mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven (the dough should still be slightly underbaked at this point).
While the base is baking, make the caramel layer. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the caramel is completely melted and smooth.
Pour the melted caramel evenly over the partially baked cookie base. If using pecans, sprinkle them over the caramel layer.
Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the caramel layer, covering as much as possible but leaving some caramel visible.
Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips over the top.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired. Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
Serve and enjoy your Chocolate Caramel Commotion Bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 320.4 g | 411% | |
| Saturated Fat | 170.0 g | 850% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 2566 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1073.4 g | 390% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.5 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 787.6 g | ||
| Protein | 78.8 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 789 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 32.0 mg | 178% | |
| Potassium | 2821 mg | 60% | |
*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.
