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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Decadent Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars to Savor

Experience the gooey bliss of Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, a perfect dessert for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can use unsalted butter for less salt.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Dark brown sugar can deepen taste.
  • 1 cup Granulated White Sugar Boosts sweetness.
  • 2 large Eggs Bind ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla gives an intense profile.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Use less if substituting with table salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed.
For the Gooey Center
  • 1 14-ounce can Sweetened Condensed Milk Creates that irresistible gooey texture.
  • 10 ounces Soft Caramels Feel free to try homemade caramel.
For the Chocolate
  • 2 cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Swap with dark or milk chocolate if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Flaked Sea Salt Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch Baking Pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, greasing it lightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together salted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated white sugar for about 2 minutes.
  3. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and kosher salt, beating until combined.
  4. Gradually mix in baking soda and all-purpose flour until no streaks are visible.
  5. Fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Press ¾ of the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan.
  7. In a saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk and soft caramels, stirring until melted and smooth.
  8. Pour ¾ of the caramel mixture over the pressed cookie base.
  9. Drop spoonfuls of remaining cookie dough over the caramel layer.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and center is slightly soft.
  11. Sprinkle flaked sea salt over the top while warm.
  12. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These cookie bars are best enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or as a delightful treat on their own.

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