Best 8 Caramel Slice Squares Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our Caramel Slice Squares, a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate. These delightful treats feature a buttery and crumbly shortbread base, a luscious layer of creamy caramel, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping, all coming together to create a symphony of sweet and savory sensations. With our carefully curated collection of recipes, you'll discover variations of this classic dessert, each offering unique twists and delectable surprises. From the classic combination of caramel and chocolate to creative flavor infusions like salted caramel, mint, and even peanut butter, our Caramel Slice Squares cater to every taste preference. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more of these irresistible treats.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MILLIONAIRE'S SHORTBREAD



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With a layer of shortbread, a layer of soft caramel and a layer of chocolate, these bars taste like gourmet Twix bars.

Provided by Jennifer Segal, submitted by Carrie H. from Rockville, MD and adapted from Bon Appétit Desserts by B

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h

Yield 20-25 squares

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned into measuring cup and leveled-off
¼ cup dark brown sugar
2 teaspoons cornstarch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 stick (½ cup) cold unsalted butter, cut into ½-inch cubes
1 tablespoon ice water
1 large egg yolk
1 (14-oz) can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup dark brown sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons golden syrup (such as Lyle's Golden Syrup) or dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Generous pinch salt
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, broken into small pieces, best quality
3 tablespoons heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch square pan with aluminum foil, pushing the foil neatly into the corners and up the sides of the pan, using two pieces if necessary to ensure that the foil overlaps all edges (the overhang will help removal from the pan). Spray the foiled pan with nonstick cooking spray or grease with butter.
  • In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a metal blade, combine the flour, brown sugar, cornstarch and salt; process until well combined and no lumps of brown sugar remain. Add the butter and pulse until a coarse meal forms. Add the ice water and egg yolk and blend until moist clumps form. Dump the dough into the prepared pan and press with your fingers into an even layer (dust your fingers with flour if the dough is too sticky). Pierce the dough all over with a fork and bake until golden, about 20 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Whisk the sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, butter, golden syrup, vanilla and salt together in a medium saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, the butter melts and the mixture comes to a boil. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan and boil gently, whisking constantly, until the caramel is thick and the temperature registers 225 degrees F, about 6 minutes. Pour the caramel over the warm crust; cool for about 15 minutes, or until caramel is set.
  • Place the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20 second intervals, stirring in between, until the chocolate is about 75% melted. Stir, allowing the residual heat in the bowl to melt the remaining chocolate, until smooth (if necessary, place the chocolate back in the microwave for a few more; just be sure not to overheat or the mixture will curdle). Spread the chocolate over the caramel layer. Refrigerate the bars until the chocolate is set, at least 1 hour. Using the foil overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board. Cut into small squares and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
  • Note: The shortbread layer will crumble a bit when you cut it; that's just the nature of it.
  • Freezer-Friendly Instructions: These can be frozen for up to 3 months. After they are completely cooled, double-wrap them securely with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap. Thaw overnight on the countertop before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

CARAMEL SHORTBREAD SQUARES



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These cookies consist of a shortbread crust, firm caramel center, and a milk chocolate top. They are super-easy to make and they take only 20 minutes to bake.

Provided by Julia

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Butter Cookie Recipes     Shortbread Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅔ cup butter, softened
¼ cup white sugar
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup butter
½ cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
½ cup sweetened condensed milk
1 ¼ cups milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together 2/3 cup butter, white sugar, and flour until evenly crumbly. Press into a 9 inch square baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • In a 2 quart saucepan, combine 1/2 cup butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, and sweetened condensed milk. Bring to a boil. Continue to boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and beat vigorously with a wooden spoon for about 3 minutes. Pour over baked crust (warm or cool). Cool until it begins to firm.
  • Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute, then stir and continue to heat and stir at 20 second intervals until chocolate is melted and smooth. Pour chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly to cover completely. Chill. Cut into 1 inch squares. These need to be small because they are so rich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.2 g, Cholesterol 16.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 44.5 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

CARAMEL SLICE



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Recipe video above. An easy Caramel Slice recipe that delivers as promised - a creamy caramel filling that sets perfectly (no more runny caramel!) and chooclate that doesn't crack when you cut into it!

Provided by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats

Categories     Sweet

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup flour, (plain/all purpose)
1/2 cup brown sugar (, loosely packed)
1/2 cup desiccated coconut ((US: sweetened finely shredded coconut, Note 1))
125g / 4.5oz unsalted butter (, melted)
125g / 4.5oz unsalted butter (, roughly chopped)
1/2 cup (80g) brown sugar (, loosely packed)
1 tsp vanilla extract ((or essence))
395g / 14oz sweetened condensed milk ((1 can, 300ml) (Note 1b))
200g / 7oz dark or milk melting chocolate ((US: semi-sweet chocolate chips))
1 tbsp vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F (fan 160°C)
  • Grease and line a 28x 18cm (lamington pan) / 7" x 11" rectangle pan with baking/parchment paper (Note 2). Have overhang for ease of removal.
  • Mix together Base ingredients and press into a pan (I use an egg flip)
  • Bake for 15 minutes until the surface is golden. Cool in fridge if you have time (Note 3).
  • Lower oven to oven to 160°C/320°F (fan 140°C)
  • Place butter, sugar and vanilla in a saucepan over medium low heat. When the butter is melted, whisk to combine with sugar, then just leave it until it comes to a simmer.
  • When bubbles appear, add condensed milk. Whisk constantly for 5 minutes (Note 4), until you start getting some big slow bubbles on the base.
  • Once bubbles start appearing, whisk for 1 minute, then pour onto Base. Tilt pan to spread evenly.
  • Bake for 12 minutes. Don't worry if you get splotchy brown bits (this happens with ovens that don't distribute heat evenly).
  • Cool on counter for 20 minutes then refrigerate 30 minutes - bottom of pan should be warm but surface cool (not cold) to touch. (Note 5)
  • Place chocolate and oil in a microwave proof bowl. Microwave in 30 second bursts, stirring in between, until chocolate is fully melted (takes me 4 x 30 sec).
  • Pour over caramel, spread with spatula. Then gently shake pan to make the surface completely flat.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour or until set. Remove from fridge and leave out for 5 minutes to take chill out of chocolate slightly. Then cut into bars or squares to serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Sodium 61 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 44 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CARAMEL SQUARES



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These are very popular all over Britain and can often be found in cafes, served with morning coffee or afternoon tea.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 25 squares

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/2 ounces butter
3 tablespoons sugar
2 ounces cornflour, sifted
3 ounces plain flour, sifted
4 1/2 ounces butter
3 ounces brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
8 ounces chocolate, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  • To make the base, place the butter and sugar in a bowl and beat until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the cornflour and plain flour, turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead briefly.
  • Press into a greased and lined 7” x 11” shallow cake tin and bake for 25 minutes or until firm.
  • To make the filling, place the butter, brown sugar and honey in a saucepan and cook over a medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar melts and the ingredients are combined.
  • Bring to the boil and simmer for 7 minutes.
  • Beat in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla essence.
  • Pour the filling over the base and bake for 20 minutes longer.
  • Set aside to cool completely.
  • Spread the melted chocolate over the filling and set aside until firm, then cut into squares.
  • Store at room temperature in a cookie tin or airtight container.

CARAMEL SQUARES



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Candy or cookie...you decide.

Provided by Daniel C.

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Cake Mix Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
¾ cup shortening
⅔ cup evaporated milk, divided
1 (18.25 ounce) package German chocolate cake mix
1 cup chopped peanuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F(175 degrees C). Grease a 9 inch square baking pan.
  • Mix shortening and cake mix until smooth. Stir in 1/3 cup of the milk and peanuts; mix well. Mixture will be crumbly.
  • Press half of mixture into baking pan and bake for 8 minutes.
  • Over low heat, melt caramels and remaining 1/3 cup evaporated milk in the top of a double boiler or in a glass bowl in the microwave. Stir frequently until melted and smooth. Sprinkle chocolate chips over warm dough. Spread the caramel mixture over the chips. Sprinkle the remaining cake mix mixture over the top.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until the top is golden. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 281.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 3.2 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 207 mg, Sugar 25.9 g

CRAZY GOOD CARAMEL SQUARES



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Make and share this Crazy Good Caramel Squares recipe from Food.com.

Provided by donna in niagara f

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 1 8x8 pan

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 beaten egg yolks
1 1/4 cups flour
2 egg whites
1 cup lightly packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans

Steps:

  • For crust: cream butter.
  • Add brown sugar.
  • Add beaten egg yolks and beat well.
  • Add flour and combine thoroughly.
  • Spread mixture in bottom of greased 8" square pan.
  • For topping: beat 2 egg whites until stiff.
  • Blend in lightly packed brown sugar.
  • Add vanilla, salt and fold in nuts.
  • Spread over crust.
  • Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 30 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3546.7, Fat 178.1, SaturatedFat 68.6, Cholesterol 576, Sodium 1323.6, Carbohydrate 461.1, Fiber 12.1, Sugar 324.9, Protein 47.4

CARAMEL SLICE SQUARES



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An old family favorite that is delicious and irresistible. This old fashioned recipe is one that is always requested to be on the Christmas goodie tray. A great hit at the potlucks.

Provided by Gerry

Categories     Dessert

Time 17m

Yield 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 -10 graham wafers, for bottom
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 beaten egg
1 cup graham wafer crumbs
1 cup coconut
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
8 -10 graham wafers, for top
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, softened
2 cups icing sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 -1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • BASE- Line bottom of a 9x9 pan or 6 1/2 x 10 pan with graham wafers, cutting to fit if necessary.
  • FILLING- In pot add butter or margarine, sugar, milk, and beaten egg.
  • CAREFULLY bring to a boil, then turn down heat, stirring all the while until well dissolved and begins to thicken.
  • Take off heat, add the Graham Wafer crumbs, coconut and the walnuts.
  • Spread on base, top with the Graham Wafers cutting to fit if necessary and frost with white Butter Icing.
  • WHITE BUTTER ICING.
  • Cream butter, add the milk and vanilla.
  • Add icing sugar gradually to mixture until you have a nice spreading consistency adding more if needed.
  • NOTE- When frosting the cake I use just enough icing to nicely cover the cake.

CARAMEL SQUARES



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A crunchy base, thick chocolate and sweet caramel; these gooey teatime treats bring back nostalgic memories for Jane Hornby

Provided by Jane Hornby

Categories     Afternoon tea, Snack, Treat

Time 1h6m

Yield Cuts into 16 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 11

175g plain flour
25g cornflour
50g golden caster sugar
85g blanched almond , toasted then finely chopped
140g unsalted butter , cold and cut into cubes
seeds from 1 vanilla pod
225g golden caster sugar
142ml single cream
50g butter , cubed
200g bar dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
85g butter

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 160C/fan 140C/gas 3 and lightly butter a 20 x 23 cm shallow baking tin. Sift the flours together, then stir in the sugar, almonds and a pinch of salt. Rub in the butter and vanilla seeds to make fine crumbs, then tip into the tin and press down with the back of a spoon. Put in the freezer for 5 mins, then bake for 35-40 mins. Cool.
  • For the caramel, put the sugar and 100ml water in a heavy-based pan, heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then turn up the heat until it turns dark amber. Stir in the cream in four additions until smooth and shiny - take care as it will bubble up. Stir in the butter and ½ tsp salt. Pour over the shortbread and cool.
  • For the topping, melt the chocolate and butter over a pan of simmering water, then pour over the caramel and smooth out with the back of a spoon. Chill until firm, at least 30 mins. Cut into quarters, then 16 pieces. Will keep in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 22 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.15 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a large baking sheet: This will help the caramel slice to cook evenly and prevent it from becoming too thick.
  • Don't overcook the caramel: The caramel should be a deep golden brown color, but it should not be too dark or it will become bitter.
  • Be careful when pouring the caramel onto the biscuit base: The caramel is very hot, so be sure to wear oven mitts or use a heatproof spoon to pour it.
  • Let the caramel slice cool completely before cutting it: This will help it to set properly and prevent it from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Caramel slice is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, buttery flavor and gooey caramel filling, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give caramel slice a try!

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