Yummy Caramel Cookie Bars
Indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these Yummy Caramel Cookie Bars, a rich and decadent dessert that combines buttery cookie crust, gooey caramel, and a luscious layer of melted chocolate. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these bars come together with simple pantry ingredients like brown sugar, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and caramel candies, making them an easy yet impressive dessert option. A sprinkle of sea salt adds a gourmet touch, creating the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors. With minimal prep time and a simple no-fuss layering technique, these caramel cookie bars are as rewarding to make as they are to eat. Bake up a batch today and savor the magic of chocolate caramel indulgence with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 14 ounces Caramel candies (unwrapped)
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
- 2 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, softened butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until a crumbly but cohesive dough forms.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish, creating a firm and even layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
While the crust cools, place the unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth and fully melted.
Pour the melted caramel evenly over the baked crust and spread it out with a spatula. Allow it to cool and set for about 10 minutes.
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave in 20-second increments, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the caramel layer. If desired, sprinkle sea salt on top for a salted caramel flavor.
Refrigerate the dish for about 1 hour or until the layers are firm and set.
Once firm, lift the bars out of the baking dish using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 16 squares or rectangles using a sharp knife.
Serve and enjoy these delicious caramel cookie bars! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.2 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 161 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 72 mg | 2% | |
*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.
