Carmelitas Bars
Indulge in the delightful experience of Carmelitas Bars, a true caramel lover’s paradise. These delicious bars feature layers of soft, gooey caramel and rich chocolate, nestled between sweet oatmeal crumbs. Perfect for any gathering or family night, they’re sure to impress with their delightful combination of textures and flavors. Prepare to satisfy your sweet cravings with this easy-to-follow recipe that will quickly become a favorite among friends and family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 36 caramels (unwrapped)
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add melted butter and vanilla; combine well.
- Press more than half of the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Meanwhile, melt unwrapped caramels with heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl in intervals until smooth.
- Remove the base layer from the oven, sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over it, then pour the caramel sauce on top.
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer. Bake for another 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 202
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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