Best 6 Caramel Crunch Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our Caramel Crunch Bars. These irresistible treats are a harmonious blend of buttery shortbread crust, a layer of rich and gooey caramel, and a topping of crunchy chocolate chips. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings, these bars are a delightful combination of classic and contemporary flavors.

This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for creating these delectable treats, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can achieve perfect results. Additionally, the article includes variations to customize your Caramel Crunch Bars, such as using different nuts, chocolate chips, or even adding a layer of marshmallow for an extra gooey surprise. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you in creating these irresistible Caramel Crunch Bars that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL APPLE CRUNCH BARS



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Marzetti® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip and sweet apples take classic oat bars from ordinary to extraordinary!

Provided by Marzetti

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Marzetti®

Time 50m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16 ounce) tub Marzetti's® Old Fashioned Caramel Dip
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup shortening
½ cup packed brown sugar
4 ½ cups peeled and chopped favorite apples

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, salt and baking soda.
  • In a large mixing bowl, blend together butter, shortening and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add dry mixture and blend to form a crumbly mixture.
  • Measure and set aside 2 cups crumbs. Press remaining crumbs into a 9x13 inch pan. Spread apples into an even layer over crust.
  • Transfer Marzetti Old Fashioned Caramel Dip to a microwave safe bowl and microwave for 30 to 40 seconds or until warm. Stir until smooth. Pour over apples and sprinkle remaining crumbs over all.
  • Bake on middle rack of oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until top is golden brown and apples are tender. Cut into desired size bars while slightly warm and serve.
  • Store remaining bars covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.8 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 12.7 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 189.6 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

CARAMEL-CHOCOLATE CRUNCH BARS



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"These bars are lower in calories and are just scrumptious," says Agnes Ward. "The Grape-Nuts and oatmeal gives them a nice nutty crunch." With caramel and chocolate on top, you'd never guess these are light.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter, softened
5 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup Grape-Nuts
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
1/4 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with heavy-duty foil. Coat foil with cooking spray and set aside. , In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add the oats, flour and cereal; mix well. Pat into prepared pan. , Drizzle caramel topping to within 1/2 in. of edges. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown., Immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Bake 1 minute longer. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARAMEL CRUNCH BARS



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From KRAFT; anything caramel I have to try! *Cooking time is the hour needed to chill in the refrigerator.*

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 bars, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 1/2 honey graham crackers
1 (11 ounce) caramel-flavored bits, KRAFT
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup cocktail peanuts
1/2 cup miniature marshmallow
1/2 cup pretzel, coarsely chopped
4 squares semi-sweet baking chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Line a 8-inch pan with foil, with ends extended over the sides of the pan.
  • Grease the foil.
  • Place graham crackers on bottom of the pan, cutting if needed to fit.
  • Microwave the caramel bits with the milk on high for 2 minutes or until completely melted stirring every 30 seconds.
  • Pour over graham crackers, top with peanuts, marshmallows and pretzels.
  • Drizzle with chocolate.
  • Refrigerate for 1 hour; use foil handles to lift out of pan before cutting into bars.

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL CRUNCH BARS



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I got this recipe from my mom's old cookbook. I am sure it was something my grandma used to make. I will be making these for my Christmas baking trays.

Provided by Leanne

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (14 ounce) package Kraft caramels (about 48 caramels)
1/3 cup water
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup melted margarine
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (6 ounce) package semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat caramels and water over low heat, stirring often until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, margarine, baking soda and salt. Reserve 1 cup for the topping. Press remaining ingredients into a ungreased 9x13-inch pan.
  • Bake 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over baked layer, drizzle with caramel mixture.
  • Sprinkle remaining reserved mixture on top. Bake until lightly brown about 15 minutes.
  • Cool slightly; cut into 2x1-inch bars.

RAW CARAMEL PEANUT CRUNCH BARS



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Combine puréed dates, peanut butter, and puffed rice into these no-cook treats and gloss with a generous coating of chocolate for a (healthier-than-store-bought) candy bar whenever a craving strikes.

Provided by Donna Hay

Categories     HarperCollins     Dessert     Breakfast     Candy     Peanut     Peanut Butter     Chocolate     Date     Rice     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Raw     Dark Chocolate     Kid-Friendly     Small Plates     Soy Free     Tree Nut Free     Healthy

Yield Makes 20

Number Of Ingredients 6

20 soft fresh dates (400g), pitted
1/3 cup (95g) smooth natural peanut butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup (30g) puffed brown rice
1/2 cup (70g) unsalted peanuts, roughly chopped
80g raw organic 70% dark chocolate

Steps:

  • Line a 10cm x 20cm loaf tin with non-stick baking paper.
  • Place the dates, peanut butter and vanilla in a food processor and process for 2-4 minutes or until the mixture comes together into a paste. Transfer to a large bowl, add the puffed rice and peanuts and mix to combine. Using the back of a spoon, press the mixture into the base of the tin (see note).
  • Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (the bowl shouldn't touch the water) and stir until melted. Pour the chocolate over the slice and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes or until set. Remove the slice from the tin and cut into bars using a hot knife. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Do Ahead
  • Keep bars refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

CARAMEL CASHEW CRUNCH BARS



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For a sweet and salty snack, try these bars, which are chock-full of cashews, white chocolate chips and melted caramel in place of marshmallows.

Provided by Rice Krispies

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     KELLOGG'S¨ RICE KRISPIES¨ Treats and MOR

Time 10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14 ounce) bag caramels (wrappers removed)
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons water
6 cups Kellogg's® Cocoa Krispies® cereal
1 cup cashews
1 cup white chocolate chips, divided

Steps:

  • In large microwave-safe mixing bowl, microwave caramels, margarine and water at HIGH 3 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring after each minute.
  • Add KELLOGG'S COCOA KRISPIES cereal and cashews. Stir until well coated. Add 1/2 cup white chocolate chips, stirring until combined.
  • 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 : Calories 185.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 158.2 mg, Sugar 19.9 g

Tips:

  • To make the caramel layer smooth and creamy, use equal parts sugar and corn syrup.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the caramel to balance out the sweetness.
  • Don't overcook the caramel, or it will become too hard and brittle.
  • Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the caramel reaches the correct temperature.
  • Pour the caramel onto a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and let it cool completely before cutting it into pieces.
  • Store the caramel crunch bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Conclusion:

Caramel crunch bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give caramel crunch bars a try.

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