Best 5 Salted Cashew Caramel Chews Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with our exquisite Salted Cashew Caramel Chews! These delightful treats offer a harmonious blend of sweet, salty, and crunchy textures that will leave you craving more. Prepared with wholesome ingredients and meticulous attention to detail, our salted cashew caramel chews stand out as a culinary masterpiece.

This recipe collection encompasses two tantalizing variations: the Classic Salted Cashew Caramel Chews and the Salted Cashew Chocolate Caramel Chews. Both variations start with a luscious caramel base, crafted from a blend of sugar, butter, and cream, that is cooked to perfection. The addition of crunchy cashews adds a delightful textural contrast, while a sprinkle of sea salt provides a savory balance that elevates the overall flavor profile.

For those who desire an extra layer of indulgence, the Salted Cashew Chocolate Caramel Chews incorporate rich, decadent chocolate. This variation boasts a luscious chocolate caramel filling sandwiched between two layers of salted cashew caramel, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport you to dessert heaven.

Whether you prefer the classic salted cashew caramel chews or the chocolate-infused version, this recipe collection has something for every palate. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, we guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you with a lasting impression.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SALTED CHEWY CASHEW-CARAMEL BARS



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A little salty and a lot sweet, these chewy bars will quickly become your new favorite treat. Top the chocolate- and oat-studded salted caramel bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a dreamy dessert.

Provided by BHG Test Kitchen

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1.5 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely crushed pretzels
1 teaspoon baking soda
0.5 teaspoon salt
3 cup rolled oats
1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
1 11 ounce package caramel baking bits
2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup milk chocolate pieces (6 ounces)
1 cup chopped salted cashews
0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil, extending the foil over edges of pan; set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add granulated sugar and brown sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, scraping sides of bowl occasionally. Beat in eggs until combined. In a medium bowl stir together flour, crushed pretzels, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating until combined. Stir in oats. Remove 1 cup of the oat mixture for topping. Press the remaining mixture evenly onto the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  • In a medium saucepan cook and stir sweetened condensed milk and caramel bits over medium-low heat until caramel is melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla. Pour caramel mixture over oat mixture in pan. Sprinkle with chocolate pieces, cashews, and sea salt. Drop the remaining oat mixture in spoonfuls on top of filling.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until light brown. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Using the edges of the foil, lift uncut bars out of pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 144 mg, Sugar 16 g, Fat 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g

SALTED CASHEW & CARAMEL CHEWS



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Saw these in a magazine and started salivating! Only thing I would change is go from semi-sweet to milk chocolate, as that is my preference. Also, you could use regular salted butter if that's all you have and then skip the extra salt. Cashews will be plenty salty too. Recipe & photo: tasteofhome.com 10-17-14

Provided by Ellen Bales @Starwriter

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup(s) unsalted butter, softened
1-1/2 cup(s) packed brown sugar
2 - eggs
1/4 cup(s) hot caramel ice cream topping
1 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
2-1/2 cup(s) all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt
2 cup(s) (12 oz.) semisweet or milk chocolate chips, divided
3/4 cup(s) plus 1/2 cup lightly salted cashew pieces, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually beat in eggs, caramel topping and vanilla.
  • In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in 1-1/3 cups chocolate chips and 3/4 cup cashews.
  • Drop dough by rounded Tbsp. 2-inches apart onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake in a preheated 350º oven for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool on pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  • In the microwave, melt the remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cookies; sprinkle with remaining cashews. Let sand until set.

SALTED CASHEW & CARAMEL CHEWS



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Nothing says "welcome home" like warm, gooey, chewy cookies right out of the oven with a cold glass of milk-mmm, heaven. You don't need a plate. Just grab and go. -Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/4 cup hot caramel ice cream topping
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1-1/4 cups lightly salted cashews, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Gradually beat in eggs, caramel topping and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in 1-1/3 cups chocolate chips and 3/4 cup cashews., Drop dough by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake until edges are firm, 10-12 minutes. Cool on pans 5 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Drizzle over cookies; sprinkle with remaining cashews. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 184 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SALTED CARAMEL-CASHEW BARS



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I came across a lot of different Salted Caramel Cashew Bar recipes this season and everyone had one reason or another as to why I would not make it. So this is my tweaked version of Tutti Dolci's recipe.

Provided by Debbwl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 16 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup flour
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 pinch sea salt
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup cashews
sea salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch baking dish with foil. Whisk together flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Cut butter into 1/2-inch pieces; sprinkle over flour mixture and use a pastry cutter to cut in evenly until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add dough to prepared baking dish; use a piece of parchment to press dough into an even layer. Bake for 23 minutes, until crust is lightly golden. Cool on wire rack.
  • Place butter and brown sugar in a heavy saucepan. Melt over medium heat, stirring constantly with a rubber spatula, until boiling. Once mixture boils, reduce temperature to medium-low and let bubble for 3 more minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; carefully add salt and vanilla (mixture will bubble up). Quickly pour caramel over shortbread layer and spread with an offset spatula. Top with cashews, pressingly gently to adhere; sprinkle with sea salt. Chill in the refrigerator until completely set, about 1 hour.
  • Carefully lift foil and place bars on a cutting board; use a sharp knife to cut into squares. Store leftover squares in an airtight container at room temperature.

CARAMEL CASHEW CHEWIES



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Caramels, cashews and chocolate chunks make any gray day something special in this recipe from Amber Kieffer of Aurora, Colorado. Let the kids unwrap all those caramels, counting as they go, to see who unwraps the most.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks
1 cup salted cashew halves, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour and oats; gradually add to creamed mixture. , Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine caramels and cream. Cook over low heat for 4-5 minutes or until caramels are melted, stirring occasionally. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with chocolate chunks and cashews. , Bake for 8-10 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to prevent the sugar from burning.
  • Stir constantly: This will help to prevent the sugar from crystallizing.
  • Use a candy thermometer: This will help to ensure that the sugar reaches the correct temperature.
  • Be patient: Making candy takes time. Don't rush the process.
  • Use fresh ingredients: This will help to ensure that your candy tastes its best.
  • Store your candy properly: Store your candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Conclusion:

Salted cashew caramel chews are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious candies at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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