SHORTBREAD CARAMEL BROWNIE BARS RECIPE - (4.5/5)

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Shortbread Caramel Brownie Bars Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by MaryEllen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups (3/4-pound) butter
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
12 ounces individually wrapped soft caramels, such as Kraft
1/4 cup whole milk
10 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Cut 1 cup butter into chunks. In the bowl of a food processor, combine 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, cornstarch, and the butter chunks. Whirl until dough comes together. Press evenly over the bottom of a buttered 9- by 13-inch baking pan. Bake in a 325°F regular or convection oven until top feels dry and is just beginning to brown, about 25 minutes. Let cool completely. Meanwhile, unwrap caramels and place in a microwave-safe bowl with milk. Cook in a microwave oven on full power (100%) for 1 minute. Stir mixture, then cook and stir at 30-second intervals until melted and smooth, about 3 minutes longer. Spread caramel mixture evenly over cooled crust and chill until firm, about 20 minutes. In a large bowl set over a pan of barely simmering water (bottom of bowl should not touch water), stir chocolate and remaining 1/2 cup butter often until melted and smooth. Remove bowl from over water and, with a whisk or a mixer on medium speed, beat in remaining 3/4 cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well blended. Stir in remaining 1/2 cup flour, baking powder, and salt until well blended. Pour chocolate mixture over caramel layer and use a knife or spatula to spread level, completely covering caramel. Bake in a 350°F regular or convection oven until a wooden skewer inserted into the chocolate layer comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes. Let cool completely, then cut into 24 bars. Nutrition information calculated from recipe ingredients. Amount Per Serving Calories 314.79 Calories From Fat (47%) 146.45 % Daily Value Total Fat 17g 26% Saturated Fat 10.55g 53% Cholesterol 58.19mg 19% Sodium 82.11mg 3% Potassium 103.85mg 3% Total Carbohydrates 39.63g 13% Fiber 0.53g 2% Sugar 19.99g Protein 3.48g 7% Source Source: Desserts du Jour

Andre Pilgrim
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Overall, I really enjoyed these bars. They're a delicious and unique dessert.


nayeim maxr
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These bars are very rich and filling. I would recommend cutting them into small pieces.


Indy Ocampo
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I had some trouble getting the shortbread crust to set, but the bars still tasted good.


mdatikshakharia tarim
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These bars are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Bulbul Sarker
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The caramel sauce is the perfect topping for these bars. It's so rich and flavorful.


sam kh
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I'm not a big baker, but these bars were easy to make and they turned out great.


Ariyan Ahamed
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My family loved these bars. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Kedir Anbsse
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I love how these bars are different from traditional brownies. The shortbread crust adds a nice touch.


Wanda mattison
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These bars are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!


Khalid shykh
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I followed the recipe exactly and the bars turned out perfectly. They're so rich and decadent.


Antwon Williams
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The combination of shortbread, caramel, and brownie is divine!


Mai Shambare
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I've made these bars twice now and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Veronica Stromile
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These shortbread-caramel-brownie bars were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.