Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
Indulge in the bliss of Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars—an irresistible treat that combines the rich flavors of gooey caramel and luscious chocolate. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are simple to make and will have your family and friends coming back for more. With a delightful balance of sweet and salty, they make an excellent dessert for gatherings or a satisfying snack at home. Just imagine biting into a warm, chewy bar topped with a sprinkle of flaked sea salt; it’s pure happiness in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup salted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 10 ounces soft caramels
- Flaked sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with foil and coat with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugars until fluffy. Add eggs, vanilla, salt, and baking soda; mix well. Gradually stir in flour followed by chocolate chips.
- Press three-quarters of dough into the prepared pan.
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt sweetened condensed milk with caramels until smooth.
- Pour three-quarters of the caramel over the dough base. Drop spoonfuls of remaining dough on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown around edges.
- Sprinkle flaked sea salt on top after baking and allow to cool before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg