Caramel bars –Y’all, let me tell you about a sweet treat that’s gonna have you coming back for seconds! We’re talking about those ooey-gooey Salted Caramel Bars. Not only are they downright delicious, but they’re easy to whip up too! Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or just treating yourself after a long day. Let’s dive into this recipe that’s sure to have everyone begging for the recipe!
Salted Caramel Bars
Feast your eyes on these beauties!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
- Add in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Spread half of the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Drizzle half of the caramel sauce over the batter and then swirl it gently with a knife.
- Top with the remaining batter, spreading it over the caramel layer. Drizzle the rest of the caramel sauce on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Once cooled, sprinkle a little sea salt over the top for that perfect sweet and salty balance.
- Cut into bars, serve, and watch them disappear!
And there you have it! These Salted Caramel Bars are rich, buttery, and packed with flavor. Perfect for any celebration or just to make your day a little sweeter. Now go ahead, treat yourself and your loved ones!