Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a perfect blend of gooey caramel and rich chocolate nestled within a soft, buttery cookie base. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party or simply treating yourself at home. Each bite offers a satisfying chewiness that is sure to impress family and friends alike. With the versatility to customize with nuts or different types of chocolate, these bars promise to become your go-to dessert.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 11 oz soft caramels or caramel bits
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- Cream softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Beat in eggs one at a time and stir in vanilla until blended.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips and chunks gently using a rubber spatula.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Melt caramels with heavy cream in a microwave until smooth; pour over pressed dough.
- Drop remaining dough over caramel layer; spread gently without disturbing the caramel.
- Bake for about 25–30 minutes until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider chilling the dough for about 30 minutes before baking to enhance texture and taste. You can substitute dark chocolate for semi-sweet for a richer flavor profile or add chopped nuts for extra crunch.