Knock You Nakeds
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these irresistibly gooey "Knock You Nakeds" bars! Layers of decadent German chocolate cake dough, sweet melted caramel, and a generous sprinkling of semisweet chocolate chips create a dessert that’s as rich as it is satisfying. A touch of chopped pecans adds optional crunch and nutty goodness. With just 20 minutes of prep, these bars come together effortlessly—perfect for sharing at potlucks or as a crowd-pleasing dessert. Pro tip: Chill them before slicing for clean, picture-perfect squares! This layered dessert is the ultimate blend of chocolate, caramel, and nostalgia—a must-try recipe for anyone with a sweet tooth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 0.6667 cup Evaporated milk
- 14 oz Caramels, unwrapped
- 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Pecans, chopped (optional)
- 1 as needed Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 1/3 cup of the evaporated milk. Stir until a thick dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Press one portion evenly into the prepared baking dish to create the base layer.
Bake the base layer in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
While the base layer bakes, heat the caramels and the remaining 1/3 cup of evaporated milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the caramels are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Pour the melted caramel mixture evenly over the partially baked cookie base. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped pecans (if using) over the caramel layer.
Take the second portion of dough and flatten it into small pieces with your hands. Carefully layer these flattened pieces over the top of the caramel and chocolate chip layer, covering most of the surface (it's okay if some caramel peeks through).
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 18–20 minutes, or until the top layer is set.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. For easier cutting, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour after cooling.
Serve and enjoy the sweet, gooey, and indulgent treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7290 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 398.0 g | 510% | |
| Saturated Fat | 216.9 g | 1084% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 552 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 4265 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 946.8 g | 344% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.6 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 625.4 g | ||
| Protein | 65.6 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1951 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 23.8 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2904 mg | 62% | |
*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.
