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Caramel Crush Bars

Delicious Caramel Crush Bars for an Easy Sweet Treat

Create delightful Caramel Crush Bars with a chewy oat crust and rich caramel filling for a satisfying dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/4 cups unsalted butter adds richness
  • 1 1/2 cups quick oats use gluten-free if needed
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour can be swapped with gluten-free flour
  • 1 1/2 cups soft brown sugar ensure it's soft for mixing
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1/4 cups butter for melting
  • 1 cup brown sugar adds sweetness
  • 1/4 cups milk use plant-based for dairy-free option
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons flour to thicken caramel

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 1 1/4 cups of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until fully melted.
  2. Combine melted butter with 1 1/2 cups of quick oats, 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, and 1 1/2 cups of soft brown sugar in a large mixing bowl, stirring until crumbly.
  3. Press two-thirds of the crumb mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan and bake at 325°F for 10 minutes.
  4. Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a saucepan, then stir in 1 cup of brown sugar and mix for 1 minute. Gradually add 1/4 cup of milk, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of flour, stirring until smooth.
  5. Bring the caramel to a gentle boil, lower the heat, and simmer for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  6. Pour the caramel over the cooled crust, sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top, and gently press it down.
  7. Bake at 300°F for 20 minutes until the top layer is golden.
  8. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Line the baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal. Store bars in an airtight container for freshness. Customize with nuts or chocolate chips as desired.

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