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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Delicious Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars You’ll Love

These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a perfect sweet escape with a delightful balance of flavors, making them an instant crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Provides richness and moisture. For dairy-free, use vegan butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness; can substitute with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Enhances flavor with caramel notes; dark brown sugar can be used.
  • 2 large Eggs Acts as a binder; use flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Adds aromatic depth; pure vanilla is preferred.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; gluten-free blends can work.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Balances sweetness; Maldon flakes recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for texture; no substitutes.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Adds rich, melty chocolate flavor; dark or white chocolate can be used.
For the Gooey Caramel Layer
  • 14 oz Soft Caramels Creates the gooey caramel layer; homemade caramel can be substituted.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Helps caramel bind; full-fat coconut milk as a dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Press two-thirds of the cookie dough into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  7. In a saucepan over low heat, combine soft caramels and sweetened condensed milk, stirring until smooth.
  8. Pour the caramel mixture over the cookie dough base and drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough on top.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and edges are set; toothpick test for doneness.
  10. Allow to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the dough if too sticky. Use high-quality caramels for best results. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

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