Chocolaty Caramel Layer Bars
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of these Chocolaty Caramel Layer Bars, where gooey layers of rich caramel and melted semi-sweet chocolate are nestled between a buttery brown sugar crust and a crumbly streusel topping. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, this layered dessert is made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sweetened condensed milk, and unwrapped soft caramels, creating a luscious combination of flavors and textures. With just 20 minutes of prep time and under 30 minutes of baking, these bars are easy to whip up for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy treat at home. Refrigerate to set for perfectly defined layers, then slice into bite-sized servings for an effortlessly shareable dessert that's sure to steal the spotlight. Keywords: chocolaty caramel bars, layered dessert recipe, easy caramel bars, chocolate caramel treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1.5 cups soft caramels, unwrapped
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until a crumbly dough forms.
Press two-thirds of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer. Reserve the remaining dough for topping.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk and unwrapped soft caramels. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the caramels are fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Spread the caramel mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust.
Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the caramel layer.
Crumble the reserved dough over the top of the chocolate chips to create a streusel-like topping.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 15–18 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the dish. Once cool, refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the layers before cutting into 16 bars.
Serve and enjoy these decadent Chocolaty Caramel Layer Bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5852 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 249.2 g | 319% | |
| Saturated Fat | 150.4 g | 752% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 444 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 2715 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 899.5 g | 327% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.0 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 810.1 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1603 mg | 123% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2328 mg | 50% | |
*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.
