Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Indulge in the delightful layers of Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars, the perfect treat for any gathering or cozy night in. These bars combine a rich and gooey chocolate chip base with a luscious caramel layer, all topped off with a sprinkle of sea salt for that perfect sweet-salty balance. Great for sharing, these cookie bars cut easily into generous squares, making them ideal for parties or potlucks. Plus, they can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, ensuring that every bite is a memorable experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup salted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 10 ounces soft caramels
- 1 teaspoon flaked sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch baking pan by lining it with foil and spraying it with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda; mix until smooth. Gradually incorporate flour and fold in chocolate chips.
- Press three-quarters of the dough into the prepared baking pan.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt together the sweetened condensed milk and unwrapped soft caramels until smooth.
- Pour three-quarters of the caramel mixture over the dough and dollop remaining dough on top. Reserve leftover caramel for drizzling later.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the center is just set. Sprinkle with flaked sea salt upon removal from the oven.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg