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Caramel Crush Bars

Decadent Caramel Crush Bars for Sweet Temptation at Home

These Caramel Crush Bars combine sweet, gooey caramel over a crunchy oat crust for a delightful sweet treat.
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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: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 ¼ cups unsalted butter, melted use unsalted for better salt control
  • 1 ½ cups quick oats certified gluten-free oats work well for gluten-free option
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour swap with a gluten-free flour blend if needed
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar ensure it’s fresh to avoid clumping
For the Caramel Filling
  • 1 cup brown sugar adds sweetness and richness to the caramel
  • ¼ cups milk can be substituted with almond or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract opt for pure extract for the best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons flour thickens the caramel—add more if needed for consistency

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Medium saucepan
  • 9x13-inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Caramel Crush Bars
  1. Begin by melting 1 ¼ cups of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 30 seconds, ensuring it’s completely melted but not bubbling.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with 1 ½ cups of quick oats, 2 ¼ cups of all-purpose flour, and 1 ½ cups of brown sugar. Stir until crumbly.
  3. Take about two-thirds of the crumbly mixture and press it into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake at 325°F for 10 minutes.
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt ¼ cup of butter over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup of brown sugar, then add ¼ cup of milk, 2 tablespoons of flour, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Simmer for about 3 minutes.
  5. Pour the warm caramel filling over the cooled oat crust and sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture on top.
  6. Return the pan to the oven and bake at 300°F for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or a week in the fridge. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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