Chocolate Caramel Oat Bars
Discover 3 rich chocolate caramel oat bars recipes including fan favorites and unique twists. Pure indulgence in every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 50 min
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Desserts & Treats
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Oat Base and Topping:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Caramel Layer:
- 1 bag (11 oz) caramel candies
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Chocolate Layer:
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13″ baking pan with parchment.
- Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add butter and vanilla; mix until crumbly.
- Press ⅔ of the mixture into the pan and bake for 10–12 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt caramels with cream. Pour over crust.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and let melt. Spread evenly.
- Crumble remaining oat mix on top and bake 15–18 minutes.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate chips for richer flavor
- Swap butter with plant-based alternatives for a vegan version
- Make it gluten-free using GF oats and flour
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or coffee
- Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months
- Sprinkle with flaky sea salt or nuts for added texture
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 per bar (approximate)
Keywords: chocolate oat bars, caramel bars, chocolate cookie bars, oat dessert bars, chewy caramel treats, dessert bars, layered bars, chocolate slice
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