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Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust with layers of sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, crunchy toffee pieces, nuts, and a luscious caramel drizzle. Baked until bubbly and golden, these bars offer a perfect balance of sweet, crunchy, and gooey textures, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 2 cups crushed graham crackers
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Filling and Topping

  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or almonds)
  • 1 cup crushed chocolate-covered toffee pieces
  • 1 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars.
  2. Prepare Crust: In a bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter until they are well mixed. Press this mixture firmly into the base of the prepared baking dish to create an even crust layer.
  3. Add Condensed Milk: Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker crust, ensuring good coverage as this acts as a gooey binder.
  4. Layer Chocolate and Nuts: Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly atop the condensed milk layer, followed by the chopped nuts for added crunch and flavor.
  5. Add Toffee Pieces: Distribute the crushed chocolate-covered toffee pieces evenly over the nuts and chocolate layer to add extra texture and chocolatey sweetness.
  6. Drizzle Caramel Sauce: Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the entire top of the assembled layers for a rich, sticky finish.
  7. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the caramel sauce is bubbling.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Cut into 16 squares and store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
  • Allow the bars to cool fully to ensure clean cuts and prevent oozing.
  • Chopped nuts can be substituted with walnuts or omitted for a nut-free version.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade caramel sauce if preferred.
  • Store bars at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer storage.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/caramel-chocolate-crunch-bars-recipe-3/