Caramelitas
Of all the sweet flavor combinations out there, chocolate and caramel might be one of our favorites. From Twix candy bars to ice cream, cakes, and cookies, it’s hard to go wrong with this classic pairing. So when we first encountered these Caramelitas, we knew they were destined to be a winner. It took a few attempts to achieve the perfect balance of cookie to chocolate and caramel filling, but I can assure you—we’ve nailed it. These bars are absolutely sinful, and you’ll soon be wondering how you survived without them in your recipe collection.
At first glance, the recipe may appear a bit more involved than your typical cookie recipe, but don’t worry; they still come together in less than an hour. First, combine the dry ingredients and melted butter. Mix everything until it forms a crumble. Next, press half of the crumble mixture into an 8×8 baking dish to create a crust and bake for about 10 minutes. While the crust bakes, heat the caramels and half a cup of heavy cream in a saucepan, stirring until completely smooth.
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Recipe for Caramelitas:
Caramelitas
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel candies, unwrapped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Mix until well combined and it forms a crumbly mixture.
- Form the Crust: Press half of the crumble mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a firm crust. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Prepare the Caramel Filling: While the crust is baking, melt the caramel candies and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Layering: Once the crust is done baking, sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot crust. Pour the melted caramel mixture over the chocolate chips.
- Top Layer: Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture evenly over the caramel layer, creating a top crust.
- Bake Again: Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the Caramelitas to cool completely in the baking dish. Once cooled, refrigerate for a few hours to help set the caramel. Once set, lift the bars from the dish and cut into squares.
- Serve: Serve these delightful Caramelitas and enjoy the sinful combination of chocolate and caramel.
These bars are sure to become a favorite treat for anyone who loves the classic pairing of chocolate and caramel. Enjoy!
