Sweet and Gooey Caramelitas

Welcome O’Chefs, where the recipes are hot and the tips are fresh! Indulge in the sweet flavor combination of chocolate and caramel with our irresistible Caramelitas recipe. From Twix candy bars to ice cream to cakes and cookies, this classic pairing is hard to resist. These bars strike the perfect balance of cookie to chocolate and caramel filling, and will leave you wondering how you ever lived without them in your recipe collection.

At first glance, the Caramelitas recipe may seem a little more involved than your typical cookie recipe, but don’t worry, they still come together in less than an hour. The crust is made by combining dry ingredients and melted butter, which is then pressed into an 8×8 baking dish to form a base. As the crust bakes, the caramel filling is made by heating caramels and heavy cream in a saucepan until completely smooth. Once the crust is baked, chocolate chips are sprinkled on top, followed by the melted caramel mixture, and finally topped with the remaining oat mixture. These bars are absolutely sinful, and the final results are worth the wait.

Servings: 16

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes

Now, let’s begin O! Recipes Show and dive into the ingredients that make this recipe so special:

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup melted butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup old-fashioned oats
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 11 oz bag baking caramels
• ½ cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Time to get cooking! Follow these simple steps!

How to make Caramelitas :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease an 8×8 baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a small saucepan, add the caramels and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat until smooth, stirring constantly, and then set aside.
3. In a medium-sized bowl, mix the melted butter, brown sugar, flour, oats, and baking soda until fully combined.
4. Press half of the mixture into the baking dish to form an even layer.
5. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips over the top.
6. Pour the caramel mixture over the chocolate, and top the caramel with the remaining half of the oat mixture.
7. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes.
8. Allow the bars to fully cool before slicing.

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Nutrition information:

• Calories: 297kcal
• Carbohydrates: 37g
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 43mg
• Sodium: 178mg
• Potassium: 100mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 24g
• Vitamin A: 475IU
• Vitamin C: 0.1mg
• Calcium: 59mg
• Iron: 1.2mg

And there you have it, a delicious and irresistible recipe for Caramelitas that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These bars are perfect for any occasion and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. We hope you enjoy making them as much as we enjoyed sharing the recipe with you. Don’t forget to let us know how it turned out and check out our other O! Recipes for more inspiration.

Categories: Desserts, Baking, Cookies, Bars

FAQs:

1. Can I use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats?

Yes, you can use quick oats instead of old-fashioned oats in this recipe. Just note that the texture of the bars may be slightly different.

2. Can I make these bars ahead of time?

Yes, you can make these bars ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for up to three days at room temperature.

3. Can I use a different type of chocolate in this recipe?

Yes, you can use any type of chocolate you prefer in this recipe, such as milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or white chocolate.

4. Can I use homemade caramel instead of store-bought caramels?

Yes, you can use homemade caramel instead of store-bought caramels in this recipe. Just make sure it’s the same amount called for in the recipe.

5. Can I freeze these bars?

Yes, you can freeze these bars in an airtight container for up to three months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.