Best 4 Peanut Butter Caramel Bars Recipes

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**Indulge in a Symphony of Sweetness: Peanut Butter Caramel Bars**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. The peanut butter caramel bars featured in this article are a harmonious blend of classic flavors that come together to create a dessert masterpiece. Each bite offers a delightful combination of creamy peanut butter, chewy caramel, and a buttery graham cracker crust that will satisfy your sweet tooth like never before. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, these bars are perfect for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, you'll find joy in creating these delectable treats. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to experience a taste sensation that will leave you utterly smitten.

**Additional Recipes to Delight Your Palate:**

In addition to the classic peanut butter caramel bars, this article offers a collection of equally tempting recipes that are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. For those who prefer a chocolatey twist, the peanut butter chocolate caramel bars combine the irresistible flavors of peanut butter, chocolate, and caramel into one decadent dessert. If you're looking for a gluten-free option, the peanut butter caramel slice is a delightful choice that uses a coconut and oat base instead of graham crackers. And for those who love the combination of salty and sweet, the salted peanut butter caramel bars are a perfect blend of flavors that will leave you craving more. With so many delicious options to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that will become a new favorite in your kitchen.

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

PEANUT BUTTER CARAMEL BARS



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When my husband and our three sons sit down to dinner, they ask, "What's for dessert?" I have a happy group of guys when I report that these rich bars are on the menu. They're chockfull of yummy ingredients. -Lee Ann Karnowski, Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package yellow cake mix (regular size)
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
20 miniature peanut butter cups, chopped
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping
1/4 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup salted peanuts
TOPPING:
1 can (16 ounces) milk chocolate frosting
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter and egg; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes or until no longer crumbly. Stir in peanut butter cups. , Press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until lightly browned. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the cornstarch, caramel topping and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Cook over low heat for 25-27 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil; stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; stir in peanuts. , Spread evenly over warm crust. Bake 6-7 minutes longer or until almost set. Cool completely on a wire rack. Spread with frosting; sprinkle with peanuts. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts :

CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER AND CARAMEL CLUB BARS



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I gave my neighbor a website and she found this recipe and made these and they were delicious...thought I would share the recipe.

Provided by SK H

Categories     Chocolate

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

45 club crackers
2 stick butter
1 c light brown sugar
1 c pnut butter chips
1 1/2 c chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. Place 15 club crackers in the bottom of an 8×8 inch square baking pan that's been lined with foil and sprayed with cooking spray. Sprinkle 1/2 Cup peanut butter chips on crackers.
  • 2. Melt butter and brown sugar in a medium saucepan over medium high heat stirring constantly for 4 minutes, until bubbly, smooth and creamy caramel forms.
  • 3. Pour 1/2 Cup or so of caramel over peanut butter chips then add another layer of crackers, peanut butter chips and caramel.
  • 4. Top with one final layer of crackers. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave and then spread over the crackers with melted chocolate.

CARAMEL-PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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This one is for all the candy bar lovers out there. Now you can skip the wrappers and make your own.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 egg
15 Reese's peanut butter cups miniatures, coarsely chopped
36 caramels (from 14-oz bag), unwrapped
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup peanuts
1 container (1 lb) Betty Crocker™ Rich & Creamy milk chocolate frosting
1/2 cup peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Stir in candies. Press dough in bottom of pan. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat caramels and milk over medium heat, stirring constantly, until caramels are melted. Stir in peanut butter. Heat to boiling. Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup peanuts. Spread over warm cookie base. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • Spread frosting evenly over filling. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. For bars, cut 9 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 160 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

CARAMEL PEANUT BUTTER BARS



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If Sanat likes choclate & peanut butter. He will love the number 18 cookie of the 25 days of Christmas. Wheres my glass of milk.

Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare

Categories     Chocolate

Number Of Ingredients 13

COOKIE BASE:
1 pkg sugar cookie mix
1/2 c butter, softened
1 egg
15 miniature chocolate covered peanut butter cup candies, coarsely chopped
FILLING:
36 caramels, unwrapped
1 can(s) sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/4 c creamy peanut butter
1/2 c peanuts
TOPPING:
1 bottle rich & creamy milk chocolate frosting
1/2 c peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. First pre heat oven to 350F. Then spray bottom & sides of 13x9 inch pan with cooking spray. Then in large bowl stir cookie mix, butter & egg until soft dough forms. Then stir in candies & press dough in bottom of the pan. Then bake 18 to 20 mins or until light golden brown.
  • 2. Next in a 2 quart saucepan heat caramels & milk over medium heat & make sure to stir constantly until caramels are melted. Then stir in the peanut butter. Then heat to boiling. Then cook 2 mins, stirring frequently. Remove from heat & stir in 1/2 cup peanuts & spread over warm cookie base. Let cool completely for about 2 hours.
  • 3. Then spread the frosting evenly over filling. Then sprinkle with the chopped peanuts. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. Then to make the bars cut 9 rows by 4 rows. Then store covered in refrigerator.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature ingredients. This will help to ensure that your peanut butter caramel bars turn out smooth and creamy.
  • Don't overbake the bars. Otherwise, they will become dry and crumbly. The bars are done baking when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the bars for up to 2 months.

Conclusion:

Peanut butter caramel bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple combination of peanut butter, caramel, and chocolate, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these peanut butter caramel bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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