Best 4 Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Bars Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with the irresistible Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Bars, a delightful combination of three classic flavors in one delectable treat. These bars feature a rich chocolate cookie crust, a layer of creamy butterscotch, and a decadent caramel topping, all coming together to create a symphony of flavors and textures.

The chocolate cookie crust provides a solid and flavorful base for the bars, with its deep chocolate flavor and crispy texture. The butterscotch layer, made with a combination of brown sugar, butter, and vanilla extract, adds a creamy and sweet filling that perfectly complements the chocolate. Finally, the caramel topping, made with melted caramels and heavy cream, adds a luscious and sticky layer that ties the whole bar together.

These Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Bars are not only delicious but also visually appealing, with their three distinct layers creating a beautiful cross-section. They are perfect for special occasions, potlucks, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home.

The article includes two variations of the recipe: the classic Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Bars and a Salted Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Bars recipe. The classic recipe is a straightforward and delicious treat, while the salted variation adds a touch of savory flavor that perfectly balances the sweetness of the bars.

Whether you choose the classic or salted version, these Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients and preheat your oven, because it's time to embark on a culinary journey that will lead you to pure chocolatey, buttery, and caramelly bliss.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE CHIP CARAMEL BARS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 dozen bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Pillsbury® Baking Spray with Flour
1 cup Crisco® Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
or 1 stick Crisco® Baking Sticks Butter Flavor All-Vegetable Shortening
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tsps. vanilla extract
2 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 cups (12 oz. pkg.) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14 oz.) bag caramels, unwrapped
2 tbsps. cold water

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Spray an 8 x 8-inch pan with flour no-stick cooking spray.
  • COMBINE shortening, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla in medium bowl; beat at medium speed until blended.
  • COMBINE flour, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Add gradually to shortening mixture at low speed. Beat until well blended. Stir in chocolate chips with spoon. Divide dough in half. Spread half in bottom of prepared pan.
  • COMBINE caramels and water in small saucepan; heat over very low heat. Stir until caramels melt. Spread over dough in pan to within 1/2 inch of edge. Spoon remaining dough over caramel mixture. Spread carefully.
  • BAKE 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown. Loosen from sides of pan with knife. Remove pan to cooling rack to cool completely. Cut into 1 1/2 x 1 1/2-inch bars.

CHOCOLATE SALTED CARAMEL BARS



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I love to experiment with different recipes and combine classic and new flavors. I've been making this shortbread for over 20 years and finally have found the perfect pairing! I love salted caramel, and of course I love dark chocolate, so I layered these two flavors with my favorite shortbread crust. It's melt-in-your-mouth good, and it is quickly becoming a favorite with my family, friends and customers! For even more gooey goodness, drizzle bottled caramel sauce over top. -Lisa Glenn, Sarasota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup sugar
6 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 package (12 ounces) dark chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Beat butter, sugars and vanilla until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually beat in flour, mixing well. Press 3 cups of dough onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. pan. Bake until set, 20-22 minutes. , Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt caramels with cream over low heat until smooth. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with salt, then chocolate chips. Drop remaining dough by teaspoonfuls over top. Bake until light golden brown, 30-35 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 18g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 199mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL COMMOTION BARS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen bars

Number Of Ingredients 13

Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
3/4 cup butter, divided
1 (14 oz.) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream, divided
1 1/2 cups marshmallow cream
1 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter, divided
1 1/2 cups salted peanuts, finely chopped
1 (14 oz.) pkg. caramels, unwrapped
1/4 cup butterscotch chips

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Coat 13x9-inch baking pan lightly with no-stick cooking spray.
  • MELT 2 cups chocolate chips and 1/2 cup butter in medium saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla. Stir in flour. Spread in prepared pan. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until set. Cool.
  • MELT 1/4 cup butter in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in sugar and 1/4 cup cream. Boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in marshmallow cream, 1/4 cup peanut butter and peanuts. Spread evenly over baked layer. Cool.
  • COOK caramels and 1/4 cup cream in small saucepan over low heat, stirring until caramels are melted. Spread over marshmallow layer. Cool until set.
  • COMBINE 1 cup chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and 3/4 cup peanut butter in small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until melted. Spread over caramel layer. Chill 30 minutes or until set.

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL COMMOTION BARS



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These chocolate caramel bars will satisfy the most discriminating sweet tooth with layer after luscious layer of chocolate, peanuts, and caramel, then glazed with butterscotch, peanut butter and more chocolate!

Provided by Eagle brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     EAGLE BRAND®

Time 2h

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 serving Crisco® Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, divided
¾ cup butter, divided
1 (14 ounce) can Eagle Brand® Sweetened Condensed Milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 cup sugar
½ cup heavy cream, divided
1 ½ cups marshmallow cream
1 cup Jif® Creamy Peanut Butter, divided
1 ½ cups salted peanuts, finely chopped
1 (14 ounce) package caramels, unwrapped
¼ cup butterscotch chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat 13x9-inch baking pan lightly with no-stick cooking spray.
  • Melt 2 cups chocolate chips and 1/2 cup butter in medium saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla. Stir in flour. Spread in prepared pan. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until set. Cool.
  • Melt 1/4 cup butter in medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in sugar and 1/4 cup cream. Boil 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in marshmallow cream, 1/4 cup peanut butter and peanuts. Spread evenly over baked layer. Cool.
  • Cook caramels and 1/4 cup cream in small saucepan over low heat, stirring until caramels are melted. Spread over marshmallow layer. Cool until set.
  • Combine 1 cup chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and 3/4 cup peanut butter in small saucepan. Cook and stir over low heat until melted. Spread over caramel layer. Chill 30 minutes or until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.1 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 19.3 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 159.7 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start baking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly affect the taste of your bars. Use high-quality chocolate, caramel, and butterscotch chips for the best results.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the Bars Before Cutting: Chilling the bars before cutting will help them hold their shape and make them easier to cut.

Conclusion:

These chocolate-butterscotch-caramel bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With their rich chocolate flavor, gooey caramel center, and crunchy butterscotch chips, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these chocolate-butterscotch-caramel bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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