Best 3 Caramel Cashew Chewies Recipes

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Are you craving a sweet, chewy treat that will satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than caramel cashew chewies, a delightful confection that combines the richness of caramel with the crunch of cashews. With their gooey, irresistible texture and a perfect balance of flavors, these caramel cashew chewies are sure to become a favorite. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or just want to indulge in a sweet treat, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect caramel cashew chewies, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure success. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking journey that will leave you with a batch of irresistible caramel cashew chewies.

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CHOCOLATE CARAMEL CASHEW CHEWIES



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These bars are so good! If you love cashews, chocolate (who doesn't) and caramels, you will love these. They are pretty easy and come out looking and tasting like they were difficult to make :)

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 50m

Yield 24-36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
1 (14 ounce) bag caramels, unwrapped
1/3 cup half-and-half
1 cup large cashew pieces
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or 1 cup semisweet chocolate chunk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and butter until light and fluffy and then beat in egg.
  • Stir in flour and oats and blend well.
  • Press into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 15- 18 minutes until light brown.
  • In a medium saucepan combine caramels and half and half and cook over low heat until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour caramel mixture over baked crust.
  • Sprinkle with cashews and chocolate.
  • Bake an additional 8- 10 minutes or until chocolate is softened and caramel begins to bubble around edges of pan.
  • Cool completely and refrigerate to set chocolate.
  • Cut into bars.

CARAMEL CASHEW CHEWIES



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Caramels, cashews and chocolate chunks make any gray day something special in this recipe from Amber Kieffer of Aurora, Colorado. Let the kids unwrap all those caramels, counting as they go, to see who unwraps the most.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1 package (14 ounces) caramels
1/3 cup half-and-half cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chunks
1 cup salted cashew halves, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg. Combine flour and oats; gradually add to creamed mixture. , Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown. , Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine caramels and cream. Cook over low heat for 4-5 minutes or until caramels are melted, stirring occasionally. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with chocolate chunks and cashews. , Bake for 8-10 minutes or until chocolate is melted. Cool on a wire rack before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 89mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CARAMEL CASHEW CHEWIES



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Found this recipes in a Simple and Delicious Taste of home magazine. All I can say is WOOOOOW so yummy. I made this for our work Christmas party dessert contest. A young male employee said if this was a girl I would fall in LOVE and marry her. He ate 5 or six pieces of this. It was a big hit with everyone who ate it.

Provided by Beverly Harris

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 c butter, softened
3/4 c packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 c all purpose flour
1 c old-fashioned oats ( not quick kind )
1 pkg 14 oz caramels ( come in packages of caramel chips but 11 oz only so you'll need a extra package to make 14 oz.
1/3 c half and half cream
1 1/2 c semi-sweet chocolate chunks ( or chocolate chips which i used.
1 1/2 c salted cashew halves and pieces
sea salt to spinkle lightly on top.

Steps:

  • 1. Pre heat oven to 350 Degrees In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Beat in egg. Stir in flour and oats. Press into bottom of a 13-in x 9-in. x 2 in baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 Deg. for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 2. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan,combine caramels and cream. Cook over Low heat until caramels are melted, stirring occassionally. Pour over cooked crust. Sprinkle with the chocolates Chunks or chips and cashews.
  • 3. Bake for another 8-10 mintues or until the chocolate is melted. Cool on wire rack before cutting. Sprinkle small amount of sea salt on top.
  • 4. Nutritional Facts: 1 Bar 158 calories, 8 g fat ( 4 g saturated fat) 16 mg cholesterol, 89 mg sodium, 20 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchange 1 1/2 starch, 1 fat

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Tips for Making Caramel Cashew Chewies

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the caramel from burning.
  • Cook the caramel until it reaches a deep amber color. This will give the chewies a rich flavor.
  • Do not overcook the caramel, or it will become hard and brittle.
  • Stir the caramel constantly to prevent it from burning.
  • Use a candy thermometer to ensure that the caramel reaches the correct temperature.
  • Add the cashews and butter to the caramel once it has reached the correct temperature.
  • Stir the cashews and butter into the caramel until they are evenly coated.
  • Pour the caramel-cashew mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • Refrigerate the caramel-cashew mixture for at least 2 hours before cutting it into bars.
  • Store the caramel-cashew chewies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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Conclusion

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Caramel Cashew Chewies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are gooey, chewy, and full of flavor. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious treats at home. Be sure to follow the tips above to ensure that your caramel-cashew chewies turn out perfect.

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