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Easy Caramel Cookie Bars

Easy Caramel Cookie Bars

Delicious layered caramel cookie bars with a buttery shortbread base, chewy caramel center, and a sprinkle of sea salt on top.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 package soft caramel candies unwrap individually
  • 0.25 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt for sprinkling on top

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the flour to the butter mixture and stir until combined; press half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden and set.
  • While crust is baking, melt the caramels with heavy cream over low heat until smooth.
  • Pour the caramel mixture over the baked crust. Crumble the remaining dough on top, then sprinkle with sea salt.
  • Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until topping is golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Notes

For best results, store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.