Description
Rich, multi-layered bars featuring a buttery oat crust, gooey caramel center, and plenty of chocolate. These combine an oatmeal cookie with a candy bar indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 11 ounces soft caramel candies, unwrapped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, letting excess hang over the sides.
- Combine the unwrapped caramel candies and heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Stir the caramel mixture constantly until it is completely smooth and melted, then remove it from the heat.
- Mix the melted butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until well combined.
- Stir in the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven.
- Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot crust.
- Pour the warm caramel sauce over the chocolate chips and spread it gently to the edges.
- Crumble the remaining oat dough over the caramel layer.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center is bubbling.
- Cool the bars completely in the pan on a wire rack for at least 4 hours to allow the caramel to set before slicing.
Notes
- The bars hold their shape well for make-ahead treats.
- Allow bars to cool fully for proper caramel setting before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American