Best 5 Easy And Fast Caramel Bars Recipes

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Title: Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with Easy and Fast Caramel Bars: A Culinary Delight

Indulge your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of these delectable Caramel Bars. With a buttery shortbread crust, a layer of gooey caramel, and a generous topping of chocolate chips, these treats are a symphony of sweet and savory sensations. Perfect for any occasion, these Caramel Bars are not only easy to make but also a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

This article presents two irresistible recipes for Caramel Bars: the classic version and a delightful variation featuring a peanut butter swirl. Both recipes are designed for convenience, using simple ingredients and straightforward steps to ensure that even novice bakers can achieve caramel bar perfection.

The classic Caramel Bars recipe starts with a buttery shortbread crust that provides a sturdy base for the rich caramel filling. The caramel layer is made with a combination of butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup, simmered until it reaches a luscious golden hue. Finally, a generous sprinkling of chocolate chips adds a touch of decadence to these irresistible treats.

For those who crave a more complex flavor profile, the peanut butter swirl variation offers a delightful twist. The classic caramel filling is marbled with a creamy peanut butter mixture, creating a tantalizing combination of sweet and nutty flavors. This variation is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Whether you prefer the classic version or the peanut butter swirl variation, these Caramel Bars are a delightful indulgence that will leave you craving more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will result in a tray of irresistible Caramel Bars, ready to be enjoyed by all.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CARAMEL BARS



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Yummy oat bars filled with a gooey layer of caramel, chocolate and nuts!

Provided by Jordanna Novak

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

32 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
5 tablespoons heavy cream
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt together the caramels and heavy cream, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in the melted butter until well blended. Press Half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Reserve the rest.
  • Bake the crust for 8 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove and sprinkle with chocolate chips and walnuts. Pour the caramel mixture over the top and then crumble the remaining crust mixture over everything.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 12 minutes, or until the top is lightly toasted. Cut into squares while it is still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 127.5 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

GOOEY CHOCOLATE CARAMEL BARS



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These rich, gooey bars are my most requested treats. They're popular at school functions, family barbecues and picnics. We like them alone or topped with a scoop of ice cream. -Betty Hagerty, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans
1 jar (12 ounces) caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Set half aside for topping. , Press the remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and pecans. , Whisk caramel topping and remaining flour until smooth; drizzle over top. Sprinkle with the reserved crumb mixture. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

EASY CARAMEL APPLE BARS



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Bake the irresistible combination of caramel and apples in an easy cookie mix bar.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h55m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup cold butter
1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ oatmeal cookie mix
1 egg
1 cup finely chopped peeled apple
3/4 cup caramel topping
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, cut butter into cookie mix using fork or pastry blender. Stir in egg until mixture is crumbly.
  • Reserve 1 1/2 cups cookie mixture. Press remaining cookie mixture into bottom of pan. Bake 15 minutes. Sprinkle apple evenly over crust. In small bowl, mix caramel topping and flour; drizzle over apples. Sprinkle reserved cookie mixture over apples.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 2 hours. For bars, cut into 9 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 95 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

EASY AND FAST CARAMEL BARS



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Make and share this Easy and Fast Caramel Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 55m

Yield 1 cake, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 Skor candy bars, chopped
2 tablespoons caramel sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • In a big bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until well combined. Add eggs, one at a time, and vanilla.
  • In another bowl, with a whisk, mix flour, salt, and chocolate bars. Add dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix together.
  • Spread the mixture in an 8-inch square buttered pan.
  • Bake for about 45 minutes.
  • Put the pan on a wire rack and spread the caramel sauce on the cake while it is still hot. Let the cake cool in the pan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.8, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 100.2, Carbohydrate 23.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 15.8, Protein 1.6

CARAMEL BARS



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The best caramel bars ever!! I got this recipe from my husband's Grandma Emma years ago and I had forgotten I even had it. Myself and other family members have been trying to come up with a recipe that would come close to Grandma's and as much as we tried, could never quite match up to her recipe. As I was looking through my recipe card box recently I discovered the recipe, hand written by Grandma Emma. My daughters and I had to make them when they were home visiting this summer and they are the best!!

Provided by NaNa BKM

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 55m

Yield 1 pan, 12-18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup whipping cream
1 cup margarine or 1 cup butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar
2 cups quick oatmeal
12 ounces caramels
3/4 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • Pre heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Mix the 1st 6 ingredients together in mixer until crumbly -- Grandma says mix like pie crust.
  • Pat all but approximately 1 1/2 cups of batter into a 9 X 13 cake pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes.
  • While this is baking, melt the caramels with the 3/4 cup whipping cream. A double boiler is recommended, but you could use the microwave if you stop and stir often to make sure the caramels do not burn.
  • Spread caramel mix over the 1st layer when it has baked.
  • Use the remaining 1 1/2 cups of batter and pat down in small sections over the caramel mix.
  • Return to oven and bake for about 15 minutes or longer -- til they are done.
  • Remove from oven and cool.
  • Enjoy!
  • *Pointer-Can use Caramel bites that are now available in the baking aisle at the grocery store rather than having to unwrap all the caramels. Also, Grandma says that 1/2 and 1/2 could be used rather than cream if you would like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.1, Fat 18.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 29.2, Sodium 277, Carbohydrate 65.5, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 36.6, Protein 5.7

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help prevent the caramel from burning.
  • Cook the caramel over medium heat: This will help it to caramelize slowly and evenly.
  • Stir the caramel constantly: This will help to prevent it from sticking to the pan and burning.
  • Add the butter and cream slowly: This will help to prevent the caramel from curdling.
  • Bake the bars until the center is just set: This will help to prevent them from becoming dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Caramel bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these bars that will be sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give caramel bars a try!

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