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Caramel Crush Bars

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Caramel Crush Bars for a Sweet Escape

Indulge in these Caramel Crush Bars, a delightful treat that combines rich caramel and a chewy crust for a perfect dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups quick oats Can substitute with rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar Light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Can use margarine as a substitute
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1/2 cup milk Non-dairy alternatives like almond or coconut milk can be used
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract is ideal
  • 2 tablespoons additional flour Used to thicken the caramel
  • 1 cup brown sugar Brings sweetness to the filling

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch pan
  • medium saucepan
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a greased 9x13-inch pan.
  2. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
  3. Combine 2 cups of quick oats, 1 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1 cup of brown sugar with melted butter.
  4. Set aside a third of the mixture and press the rest into the greased pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  5. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 cup of butter and stir in 1 cup of brown sugar.
  6. Add 1/2 cup of milk and 1 teaspoon of vanilla to the butter and sugar mixture, whisking until smooth.
  7. Mix in 2 tablespoons of additional flour, cooking until the mixture thickens.
  8. Pour the caramel filling over the baked crust and sprinkle with the reserved crust mixture.
  9. Bake the assembled bars at 300°F (149°C) for 20 minutes.
  10. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking for a delightful salted caramel twist.

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