Best 7 Caramel Cashew Cake Bars Recipes

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Caramel cashew cake bars are a decadent and delightful treat that combines the flavors of sweet caramel, crunchy cashews, and a moist, buttery cake base. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party, potluck, or simply looking for a special dessert to enjoy with your family. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious caramel cashew cake bar that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL-CASHEW BARS



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Looking for a distinctive baked dessert? Then check out these bars made with cashews and caramel - a delightful treat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 1/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups chopped salted cashews
1 bag (14 oz) caramels, unwrapped
1/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 325°F). Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, beat shortening, butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Beat in flour, cinnamon and baking soda, scraping bowl occasionally, until well blended. Stir in 1 cup of the cashews. Spread dough in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat caramels and milk over medium heat, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted; keep warm.
  • Spread caramel over slightly cooled bars. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cashews over caramel. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL-CASHEW CAKE BARS



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These rich bars are a hit with everyone who tries them. The moist, cake-like crust pairs well with the chewy caramel and salty cashews.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 16 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1/2 cup salted cashews, chopped
CASHEW TOPPING:
1/2 cup salted cashews, chopped
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
4-1/2 teaspoons heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugars, baking powder and salt. Beat in the eggs just until combined. Fold in the cashews. Spread into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until top springs back when lightly touched. , In a small bowl, combine the topping ingredients. Spread over cake. Broil for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly and lightly browned. Cut into bars while warm. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 140mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH CASHEW BARS



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I knew these nutty bars were a success when I took them on our annual family vacation. My husband couldn't stop eating them...and my sister-in-law, who is a great cook, asked for the recipe. It makes a big batch, which is good, because they go quickly! -Lori Berg Wentzville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, softened
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-3/4 teaspoons salt
TOPPING:
1 package (10 to 11 ounces) butterscotch chips
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
3 tablespoons butter
2 teaspoons water
2-1/2 cups salted cashew halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Combine flour and salt; add to creamed mixture just until combined. , Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the butterscotch chips, corn syrup, butter and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth., Spread over crust. Sprinkle with cashews; press down lightly. Bake for 11-13 minutes or until topping is bubbly and lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL-CASHEW BARS



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Stir up a batch of these chewy-gooey treats for your next tailgate party.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup butter or margarine
2 oz bittersweet baking chocolate, chopped
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 cup hot caramel topping (from 12-oz jar)
6 caramels, unwrapped, cut into quarters
1/3 cup cashew pieces
1 bar (1.55 oz) milk chocolate candy, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In small microwavable bowl, microwave butter and bittersweet chocolate uncovered on Medium (50%) 1 minute, stirring after 30 seconds. Microwave 30 seconds longer or until butter and chocolate are melted and can be stirred smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
  • In medium bowl, stir together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar and baking soda. Stir in egg, milk and cooled chocolate mixture until well blended.
  • In ungreased 8-inch square pan, press half of dough. Bake 8 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, cook caramel topping and caramels over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until caramels are melted.
  • Remove pan from oven. Carefully pour caramel mixture over partially baked base to within 1/2 inch of sides of pan. Sprinkle with cashews. Crumble remaining dough into small pieces and sprinkle over filling (some of filling will show). Bake 12 to 15 minutes longer or just until edges are set (do not overbake).
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate candy bar pieces uncovered on High 30 seconds or until melted. Drizzle chocolate diagonally over baked bars. Cool completely, at least 1 hour. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 90 mg, Sugar 17 g, TransFat 0 g

CARAMEL CASHEW BARS



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Number Of Ingredients 8

8 Rhodes Texas Rolls , thawed and risen
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
14 ounces caramel candy, unwrapped
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup butter
1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
2 cups cashew nuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Press 4 rolls together and roll into a 9 x 13-inch rectangle. Place in a sprayed 9 x 13-inch pan. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips. Repeat with remaining rolls and place over top of the chocolate chips. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, let cool.Place caramels, milk and butter in medium saucepan. Melt on low heat, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat. Add powdered sugar and stir until smooth. Fold in cashews. Pour mixture over baked crust. Melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips in microwave, and drizzle over caramel layer. Refrigerate until firm.

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CARAMEL CASHEW BROWNIES



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What more could you ask for in a brownie?

Provided by Karen514

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Brownie Recipes     Nut Brownie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 10

18 caramels
⅓ cup butter
2 tablespoons milk
¾ cup white sugar
2 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped salted cashews

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square pan.
  • Cook and stir caramels, butter, and milk together in a large saucepan over low heat until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and stir sugar into mixture until smooth.
  • Whisk eggs and vanilla extract together in a bowl; stir into caramel mixture.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, and salt together in a bowl; stir into caramel mixture until batter is just combined. Fold cashews into batter. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 201.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 34.4 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 171.2 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

CARAMEL CASHEW BARS



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Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 Rhodes White Texas Rolls , thawed and risen
1 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
14 ounces caramels, unwrapped
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup butter
1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
2 cups cashew nuts halved
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Press 4 rolls together and roll into a 9x13-inch rectangle. Place in a sprayed 9x13-inch pan. Sprinkle with 1 1/2 cups chocolate chips. Repeat with remaining rolls and place over top of the chocolate chips. Bake at 350°F 15 minutes, let cool.Place caramels, milk and butter in medium saucepan. Melt on low heat, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat. Add powdered sugar and stir until smooth. Fold in cashews. Pour mixture over baked crust. Melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips in microwave, and drizzle over caramel layer. Refrigerate until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor. A good semisweet or bittersweet chocolate will work well.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cake bars tough.
  • Be careful not to overbake the cake bars. They should be set in the center, but still slightly gooey.
  • Let the cake bars cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.
  • If you don't have any cashews on hand, you can substitute another type of nut, such as pecans or walnuts.

Conclusion:

These caramel cashew cake bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They're perfect for any occasion, from a casual party to a special celebration. With their rich chocolate flavor, gooey caramel filling, and crunchy cashew topping, these cake bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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