Best 7 Caramel Cashew Crunch Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable journey with our Caramel Cashew Crunch Bars, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This no-bake dessert is a harmonious blend of crunchy cashews, gooey caramel, and a rich chocolate coating. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, a burst of sweetness, and a decadent finish that will leave you craving more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you can easily create these irresistible treats in the comfort of your own kitchen.

This article presents a collection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, you'll find a recipe that suits your needs. From the classic Caramel Cashew Crunch Bars to gluten-free, vegan, and keto-friendly variations, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the perfect Caramel Cashew Crunch Bar recipe that will become a staple in your dessert repertoire.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMEL CASHEW CLUSTERS



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Several years ago, a co-worker came across candies like these in a store and asked if I could make them. After some trial and error, I came up with a winning recipe. -Karen Daniels, Jefferson City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 teaspoons butter
2 pounds milk chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped, divided
1 cup salted cashew halves
28 caramels
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • Line baking sheets with waxed paper and grease paper with butter; set aside., In a microwave, melt 1 pound of candy coating; stir until smooth. Drop by scant tablespoonfuls onto prepared pans. Let stand until partially set, about 3 minutes. Top each with six or seven cashews. Let stand until completely set., In a small heavy saucepan, combine caramels and cream. Cook and stir over low heat until melted; stir until smooth. Spoon over cashews. Reheat caramel over low heat if it thickens. Melt remaining candy coating; spoon over caramel. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Fat 13g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 57mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARAMEL CRUNCH BARS



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Make Caramel Crunch Bars that are creamy, crunchy, melty, salty, sweet. And as if that weren't enough to make Caramel Crunch Bars the most mouthwatering bar you'll ever eat, there's the chocolate drizzle. Yum.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4-1/2 graham crackers
1 pkg. (11 oz.) KRAFT Caramel Bits
2 Tbsp. milk
1/2 cup PLANTERS COCKTAIL Peanuts
1/2 cup JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
1/2 cup coarsely crushed pretzels
1 pkg. (4 oz.) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Line 8-inch square pan with Reynolds Wrap® Aluminum Foil, with ends of foil extending over sides; spray foil with cooking spray. Place grahams on bottom of pan, cutting to fit if necessary.
  • Microwave caramel bits and milk in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2 min. or until caramel bits are completely melted and mixture is blended, stirring every 30 sec. Pour over grahams; top with next 3 ingredients. Drizzle with chocolate.
  • Refrigerate at least 1 hour. Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 27 g, Protein 3 g

SALTED CARAMEL-CASHEW BARS



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I came across a lot of different Salted Caramel Cashew Bar recipes this season and everyone had one reason or another as to why I would not make it. So this is my tweaked version of Tutti Dolci's recipe.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 16 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup flour
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 pinch sea salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup cashews
sea salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch baking dish with foil. Whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Cut butter into 1/2-inch pieces; sprinkle over flour mixture and use a pastry cutter to cut in evenly until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add dough to prepared baking dish; use a piece of parchment to press dough into an even layer. Bake for 23 minutes, until crust is lightly golden. Cool on wire rack.
  • Place butter and brown sugar in a heavy saucepan. Melt over medium heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula, until boiling. Once mixture boils, reduce temperature to medium-low and let bubble for 3 more minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; carefully add salt and vanilla (mixture will bubble up). Quickly pour caramel over shortbread layer and spread with an offset spatula. Top with cashews, pressingly gently to adhere; sprinkle with sea salt. Chill in the refrigerator until completely set, about 1 hour.
  • Carefully lift foil and place bars on a cutting board; use a sharp knife to cut into squares. Store leftover squares in an airtight container at room temperature.

CARAMEL-CASHEW CAKE BARS



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These rich bars are a hit with everyone who tries them. The moist, cake-like crust pairs well with the chewy caramel and salty cashews.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 16 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup salted cashews, chopped
CASHEW TOPPING:
1/2 cup salted cashews, chopped
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
4-1/2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking powder and salt. Beat in the eggs just until combined. Fold in the cashews. Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. , In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Spread over cake. Broil for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned. Cut into bars while warm. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CASHEW CRUNCH



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Folks can't stop eating buttery, brittle-like candy. Try using almonds or your favorite nut in place of the cashews as an equally tasty alternative.-Kim Croft, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 1-1/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 teaspoons plus 10 tablespoons butter, divided
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups salted cashews

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1-in. pan with foil and grease the foil with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, cayenne, salt and remaining butter. Cook and stir until sugar is dissolved., Add cashews and bring to a boil; cook and stir until a candy thermometer reads 280° (soft-crack stage), about 6 minutes., Immediately pour into prepared pan; spread with a metal spatula. Cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CARAMEL-CASHEW BARS



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Looking for a distinctive baked dessert? Then check out these bars made with cashews and caramel - a delightful treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups chopped salted cashews
1 bag (14 oz) caramels, unwrapped
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 325°F). Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat shortening, butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Beat in flour, cinnamon and baking soda, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended. Stir in 1 cup of the cashews. Spread dough in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat caramels and milk over medium heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted; keep warm.
  • Spread caramel over slightly cooled bars. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cashews over caramel. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL CASHEW CRUNCH BARS



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Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14-ounce) bag caramels (wrappers removed)
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons water
6 cups Cocoa Rice Krispies®
1 cup cashew
1 cup white chocolate chips, divided

Steps:

  • 1. In large microwave-safe mixing bowl, microwave caramels, margarine and water at HIGH 3 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring after each minute.2. Add KELLOGG'S COCOA KRISPIES cereal and cashews. Stir until well coated. Add 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, stirring until combined.3. Spread mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Let stand about 2 minutes. Sprinkle the remaining white chocolate chips over the mixture and press evenly into the pan. Cut into 2-inch squares when cool.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to make the caramel, as this will help prevent burning.
  • Cook the caramel over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches the desired color and consistency.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the caramel by dropping a small amount into a bowl of ice water. If the caramel forms a hard ball, it is ready.
  • Be careful when handling the caramel, as it is very hot.
  • Chop the cashews into small pieces before adding them to the caramel.
  • Press the caramel and cashew mixture firmly into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Chill the bars for at least 2 hours before cutting them into squares.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Caramel cashew crunch bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying as a snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a batch of these irresistible bars that will be sure to please everyone.

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