Caramel Bars

Caramel Bars are a delicious and indulgent dessert that will satisfy any sweet tooth. These bars are made with a buttery shortbread crust, a rich and creamy caramel filling, and a layer of chocolate on top.
To make 12 servings of Caramel Bars, you will need the following ingredients:

For the crust:

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

For the filling:

- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the topping:

- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, and butter until a dough forms. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
While the crust is baking, make the caramel filling. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar, honey, cream, and salt, and stir until the mixture is smooth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the caramel thickens and darkens in color.
Pour the caramel filling over the baked crust and spread it evenly. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the caramel is set. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
To make the chocolate topping, melt the chocolate chips and vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is smooth and melted. Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled caramel layer and spread it evenly. Let the chocolate set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes.
Once the chocolate is set, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan and onto a cutting board. Cut into 12 squares and serve.
These Caramel Bars are the perfect combination of buttery, sweet, and chocolatey. They are a great dessert to make for a special occasion or to satisfy a craving for something indulgent.
Type of dish: Dessert Bars
Main ingredients: Butter, Caramel, Chocolate