Best 9 Salty Caramel Peanut Brittle Bars Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Indulge in a tantalizing journey of flavors with our irresistible Salty Caramel Peanut Brittle Bars. These delectable treats combine the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy textures, creating an explosion of taste in every bite. Picture layers of buttery shortbread crust, gooey salted caramel filling, and a generous topping of peanut brittle, all coming together to form a symphony of flavors. Our curated collection of recipes offers a variety of options to satisfy every craving, from classic recipes to innovative twists. Embark on a culinary adventure and unveil the secrets behind these irresistible bars.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SALTED CARAMEL PEANUT BARS



Salted Caramel Peanut Bars image

Shortbread alone is a treat, but when it is topped with a thick layer of creamy caramel, crunchy peanuts and flaky salt, it becomes that much more! A pinch of cinnamon and splash of warm vanilla make these bars perfect for fall, but honestly, we're happy to have them anytime.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 4h20m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 sticks (1 1/2 cups) unsalted butter, cubed, at room temperature, plus more for the baking sheet
3 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Two 10.8-ounce bags chewy caramels, unwrapped
4 teaspoons heavy cream
1 cup salted roasted peanuts
Flaky salt

Steps:

  • Butter a 9 1/2-by-13-inch rimmed baking sheet or quarter sheet pan and line it with parchment, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the 2 long sides. Then butter the parchment.
  • Whisk the flour, cornstarch, kosher salt and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  • Beat the butter and sugar in a medium bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the egg and vanilla and beat to combine, scraping down the sides as needed. Slowly add the flour mixture and beat on low until the dough is just combined; do not overwork.
  • Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out as evenly as possible with a silicone spatula. Cover with plastic wrap, then use your hands to press and flatten the dough into a smooth even layer. Pull back the plastic wrap and use a fork to prick the dough all over. Cover again and refrigerate until cold, about 1 hour.
  • Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 325 degrees F.
  • Uncover the dough and bake, rotating the baking sheet from front to back halfway through, until golden, 45 to 50 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Combine the caramels and cream in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour the mixture over the shortbread and spread it evenly. Immediately sprinkle with the peanuts and a large pinch of flaky salt. Gently push down on the topping to make sure it sticks to the caramel. Let cool completely, about 1 hour.
  • Use the parchment overhang to gently lift the shortbread and slide it onto a cutting board. Remove the parchment and cut into 24 squares. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

SALTY CARAMEL PEANUT BRITTLE BARS



Salty Caramel Peanut Brittle Bars image

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h5m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup cold unsalted or regular butter, cut into pieces
2 cups salted cocktail peanuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 oz)
1 jar (12.25 oz) caramel topping
1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Reserve 3 tablespoons cookie mix. In large bowl, stir remaining cookie mix and the brown sugar. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until mixture is crumbly. Press in bottom of pan. Bake 18 minutes.
  • Immediately sprinkle peanuts and chocolate chips over partially baked cookie crust. In small microwavable bowl, microwave caramel topping on High about 30 seconds or until of drizzling consistency. Add reserved cookie mix; blend well. Drizzle mixture evenly over peanuts and chocolate chips. Sprinkle evenly with salt.
  • Bake 12 to 14 minutes or until caramel is bubbly. Cool completely on cooling rack, about 1 hour. Refrigerate 15 minutes to set chocolate. Cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 130 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL PEANUT BARS



Caramel Peanut Bars image

Rich chocolate, crunchy peanuts and gooey caramel peek out from between golden oat and crumb layers. Delicious!-Ardyce Piehl, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, melted
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
3/4 cup chopped peanuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; stir in butter. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Press remaining mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. , In a heavy saucepan or microwave, melt caramels with cream, stirring often. Sprinkle chocolate chips and peanuts over the crust; top with caramel mixture. Sprinkle with reserved oat mixture. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SALTED PEANUT BARS



Salted Peanut Bars image

You'll never look at Rice Krispies Treats the same way again after trying these nutty three-tiered cookie, marshmallow and cereal bars. -Denise Kirsch, McLeansboro, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (17-1/2 ounces) peanut butter cookie mix
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon water
1 large egg
1 package (10 ounces) peanut butter chips
2/3 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 cups Rice Krispies
2 cups salted peanuts
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cookie mix, oil, water and egg. Press onto the bottom of a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan., Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until set. Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the chips, corn syrup and butter. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until smooth. Remove from the heat. Stir in the Rice Krispies, peanuts and vanilla., Sprinkle marshmallows over crust. Bake 1-2 minutes longer or until marshmallows begin to puff. Spread cereal mixture over top. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts :

PEANUTTY CARAMEL BARS



Peanutty Caramel Bars image

Made in the microwave, these sweet and chewy bars can be stirred by very quickly. Loaded with caramel, chocolate, peanuts and peanut butter, they remind some folks of a candy bar. Kids of all ages love them. -Charlene Bennett Clearville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup peanut butter, divided
4 cups Cheerios
1 cup salted peanuts
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or 1 cup milk chocolate chips
1/2 cup butter, softened

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, microwave caramels, water and 1/2 cup peanut butter on high for 45 seconds; stir. Microwave 1 to 1-1/2 minutes longer or until melted. Add cereal and peanuts; toss to coat. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan; set aside., In another microwave-safe bowl, melt chips, butter and remaining peanut butter on high for 20-50 seconds; stir until smooth. Spread over cereal mixture. Refrigerate before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 126mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PEANUT BRITTLE BARS



Peanut Brittle Bars image

Pairing the old-fashioned flavor of peanut brittle with yummy chocolate chips turns these bars into a satisfying treat and sought-after holiday gift. This is the perfect recipe for peanut candy bars. -Kristin Gleason, St. John, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter
TOPPING:
2 cups salted peanuts
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flours, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes., Sprinkle peanuts and chocolate chips over warm crust. Combine caramel topping and flour; drizzle over top. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, 12-16 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 11mg cholesterol, Sodium 133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SALTY PEANUT BRITTLE BARS



Salty Peanut Brittle Bars image

YUMMY is all I can say about this recipe. This wonderful treat comes from Betty Crocker, as well as the scrumptious picture. Makes a batch of 48 bars. It has all the favorites...peanut butter, peanuts and chocolate and of course we can't leave out the caramel topping.

Provided by Linda Griffith

Categories     Chocolate

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch of betty crocker sugar cookie mix
1/4 c firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 stick unsalted, cold butter, cut into pieces
2 c salted cocktail peanuts
1 c semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 jar(s) caramel ice cream topping
1/2 tsp coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 15x10-inch pan with sides with cooking spray. Reserve 3 tablespoons cookie mix. 2 Place remaining cookie mix in large bowl. Stir in brown sugar. Using pastry blender or fork, cut in butter until mixture is crumbly. Press mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 18 minutes. 3 Immediately sprinkle cookie crust with peanuts and chocolate chips. In small microwavable bowl, microwave caramel topping on High about 30 seconds or until of drizzling consistency. Add reserved cookie mix; blend well. Drizzle evenly over peanuts and chocolate chips. Sprinkle evenly with salt. 4 Bake an additional 12 to 14 minutes or until caramel is bubbly. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Refrigerate 15 minutes to set chocolate. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered at room temperature.

SALTED CARAMEL NUT BRITTLE



Salted Caramel Nut Brittle image

This favorite candy gets a hearty update with almonds, cashews, pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 33m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

Reynolds Wrap® Non Stick Aluminum Foil
1 cup butter
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon light-color corn syrup
⅓ cup lightly salted roasted cashews, coarsely chopped
⅓ cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
¼ cup roasted and salted pumpkin seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted

Steps:

  • Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with Reynolds Wrap® Non-Stick Foil; set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a 2-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat. Stir in sugar, water and corn syrup. Bring to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Avoid splashing side of saucepan. Clip a candy thermometer to side of pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until thermometer registers 290 degrees F or a small amount of mixture dropped into very cold water separates into threads that are hard but not brittle. This will take about 18 minutes. Adjust heat as necessary to maintain a steady boil. Watch carefully the last 5 minutes to prevent overcooking. Remove from heat and remove the thermometer.
  • Pour into the prepared baking pan. Tilt pan to spread mixture evenly. Let stand 2 minutes. In a small bowl combine the cashews, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sesame seeds. Sprinkle evenly over candy mixture.
  • Set baking pan on a wire rack. Cool completely and break into large pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 67.6 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

SALTED PEANUT AND CARAMEL MATZO BRITTLE



Salted Peanut and Caramel Matzo Brittle image

This is a more advanced version of the popular chocolate matzo toffee, but it's still easy to make: A layer of caramel bakes on top of then soaks into the unleavened bread, which next gets slathered with peanut butter and topped with crunchy peanuts. For those with peanut allergies - or those who do not eat peanuts at Passover - you can substitute any creamy nut butter and nuts. You can also use tahini and halvah; add snipped, dried apricots or dried cranberries for color; or keep it simple and stick with chocolate - preferably dark, to counter the caramel's sweetness - as in the original recipe by baker Marcy Goldman in her book "A Treasury of Jewish Holiday Baking" (Doubleday 1998). Be aware: This dish is addictive.

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     snack, cookies and bars, finger foods, dessert

Time 30m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 square matzos
1 cup/227 grams unsalted butter, cut into 1-tablespoon pieces
1 cup/220 grams firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 cup/200 grams smooth peanut butter
3/4 cup/105 grams roasted, salted peanuts, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 375 degrees and line a rimmed 11-by-17 or 12-by-18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper, covering the pan and extending over the sides.
  • Lay 2 matzo squares in the pan, positioning the concave side up to best retain the caramel. Then, like a puzzle, fit the remaining matzo onto the baking sheet, carefully breaking pieces to fill the entire baking pan in one layer. (Don't worry if they are not perfect; the brittle will be cut up later.)
  • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a boil, about 6 minutes. Boil just until very bubbly, another 2 to 3 minutes, then remove from heat and pour over the matzo, covering completely. Working quickly, spread the caramel using a heatproof spatula, then spoon it on top if it spills between the cracks in the matzo.
  • Place the baking sheet in the oven and reduce the temperature to 325 degrees. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, checking to make sure the edges and top are not burning.
  • Once the matzo is almost done baking, heat the peanut butter in a microwave until slightly warmed and easily pourable, about 20 to 30 seconds on high.
  • Remove the matzo from the oven and drizzle the warmed peanut butter on top, then sprinkle with the peanuts, then the salt. Cool, break into pieces then transfer to a lidded container. Brittle is best - and at its snappiest - when chilled. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes or freeze for 15 until peanut butter firms up. Brittle will keep up to 1 month frozen; let it thaw for about 10 minutes before serving.

Tips

-
  • Make sure the sugar is completely dissolved in the water before bringing it to a boil. This will help prevent the sugar from crystallizing and becoming grainy.
  • -
  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to make the caramel. This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the caramel from scorching.
  • -
  • Do not stir the caramel while it is cooking. Stirring can cause the sugar to crystallize and become grainy.
  • -
  • Once the caramel is done cooking, immediately pour it over the peanuts and pretzels. This will help prevent the caramel from hardening too much.
  • -
  • Spread the caramel mixture evenly over the peanuts and pretzels. This will help ensure that each piece of brittle has a good amount of caramel.
  • -
  • Let the brittle cool completely before breaking it into pieces. This will help prevent the brittle from crumbling.
  • Conclusion

    Salty caramel peanut brittle bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of brittle that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet and salty snack, give this recipe a try!

    Related Topics