A decadent treat with crispy layers, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate, perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth! 🍫✨
Ingredients
For the Crunchy Base:
- 2 cups (200g) crushed graham crackers (or digestive biscuits)
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (50g) brown sugar
For the Caramel Layer:
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, cubed
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Topping:
- 1 ½ cups (270g) semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter (for smoothness)
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crunchy Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Let it cool.
2. Make the Caramel Layer
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar, stirring occasionally until it turns an amber color.
- Carefully whisk in butter, then slowly add heavy cream (it will bubble!).
- Stir in salt and vanilla, then let simmer for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Pour caramel over the cooled crust and refrigerate for 30 minutes until set.
3. Add the Chocolate Layer
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each.
- Pour melted chocolate over the caramel layer and smooth with a spatula.
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt, if desired.
4. Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until fully set.
- Cut into bars and enjoy!
Pro Tips:
✔ For extra crunch, mix in chopped nuts or crushed pretzels into the base.
✔ Prefer a shortcut? Use store-bought caramel sauce instead of homemade.
✔ Like it extra gooey? Let the bars sit at room temp for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your Chocolate Caramel Bliss Bars! 🍫✨ Let me know if you’d like any variations! 😊