Best 8 Caramel O Bars Recipes

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Craving a delectable treat that combines the richness of caramel and the gooeyness of chocolate? Look no further than caramel o bars! These irresistible bars are a symphony of flavors, with a crisp cookie base, a layer of creamy caramel, and a decadent chocolate topping. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our curated collection of caramel o bar recipes has something for everyone. So, let's dive in and discover the best recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CARAMEL BARS



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Caramel bars that are soft, chewy, and crunchy at the same time! Inspired by Max's restaurant, it's like having the same thing but with almond flakes instead of ground peanuts. Great for dessert, snack or pack it for kids to enjoy at school.

Provided by Mia

Categories     Cakes     Dessert

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 egg yolks
¾ cup brown sugar (or white granulated sugar)
1 cup vegetable oil (or softened butter unsalted or salted)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 397 grams can condense milk
1 cup milk powder
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking Powder
¼ tsp salt (remove if using salted butter )
Toppings
½ cup almond flakes - add more if needed (cashew nuts, ground peanuts, chopped walnuts)

Steps:

  • Pre heat oven at 180°C / 356° F. Line 14in. x 10in. baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl beat the egg yolks using a hand mixer or wire whisk until light and pale in color. Then add sugar beat until well incorporated.
  • Add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract then mix again. Pour condense milk then give it a quick mix until all the ingredient are well combined. Tip in milk powder then mix until no traces of milk is left.
  • In a separate bowl sift the flour and baking powder using a strainer.
  • Fold-in the dry ingredient in 2 batches using a spatula until there is no trace of flour. Use a hand mixer then give it a quick beat until smooth. (NOTE: don't over beat or the caramel bars will be tough/hard)
  • Pour the caramel batter into prepared pan then top with almonds flakes. Bake for 40-45 mins or until inserted toothpick comes out clean. Bon appetit!

CARAMEL BARS



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Yummy oat bars filled with a gooey layer of caramel, chocolate and nuts!

Provided by Jordanna Novak

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

32 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
5 tablespoons heavy cream
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup rolled oats
¾ cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted
½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt together the caramels and heavy cream, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Stir in the melted butter until well blended. Press Half of the mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Reserve the rest.
  • Bake the crust for 8 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove and sprinkle with chocolate chips and walnuts. Pour the caramel mixture over the top and then crumble the remaining crust mixture over everything.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 12 minutes, or until the top is lightly toasted. Cut into squares while it is still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 20.5 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 127.5 mg, Sugar 15.2 g

CARAMEL O BARS



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This is a recipe that I have had for many years. The recipe originally came from my first microwave cookbook. It is so easy to make and yet so delicious.

Provided by Dotty2

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 40 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 -16 ounces caramel candies
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup peanut butter
4 cups Cheerios toasted oat cereal
1 cup salted peanuts
1 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons shortening

Steps:

  • Combine caramels, water and peanut butter in a large mixing bowl (microwave safe bowl).
  • microwave at high 3-5 minutes or until melted and smooth, stirring after 2 minutes.
  • Stir in cereal and peanuts.
  • Press mixture in well buttered 13x9 or12x8 pan.
  • Place topping ingredients in microwave safe bowl.
  • microwave ,stirring occasionally until melted and blended.
  • Spread over bars and cool.
  • Note: caramels are about 396.9 to 453.6 grams.
  • Microwave times will vary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.7, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 114.6, Carbohydrate 14.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 9.6, Protein 3.5

FAMOUS CARAMEL COOKIE BARS



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These are like the real thing, they are real good. If you want to speed up the process after dipping, put in refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Provided by SAUNDRA

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 3h

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 4

40 rectangular shortbread cookies
35 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
¼ cup water
4 cups milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Place shortbread cookies on a baking sheet or tray. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt caramels in water, stirring frequently. Spoon a thin line of caramel over each cookie. Place cookies in refrigerator until caramel is set.
  • Line baking sheets or trays with waxed paper. In a double boiler over simmering water, melt chocolate. Dip cookies in chocolate one at a time, tapping against the side of the bowl to remove excess. Place on prepared sheets and let rest at room temperature several hours, until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 9.2 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 117.9 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL OAT BARS (CARMELITAS) RECIPE BY TASTY



Chocolate Caramel Oat Bars (Carmelitas) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: quick oat, all purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, melted butter, semi sweet chocolate chips, soft caramel candies, heavy cream

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Snacks

Yield 20 bars

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups quick oat
1 ¾ cups all purpose flour
1 ½ cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup melted butter
2 ½ cups semi sweet chocolate chips
50 soft caramel candies, unwrapped
½ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and has a crumbly consistency.
  • Line a 9x13 (22 x 33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper and lightly coat with a nonstick spray.
  • Pour about ½ of the oat mixture into the pan and press with the back of a spoon or spatula until it's nice and compact. Save the other ½ of the oat mixture for later.
  • Pour two cups (350 grams) of chocolate chips over the oat mixture and spread them out evenly. Save the ½ cup (85 grams) for the top.
  • In a saucepan, melt the soft caramels, and the heavy cream until it becomes a smooth.
  • Pour melted caramel over the chocolate chips and oat mixture. Carefully spread the caramel until it covers the chocolate.
  • Pour the rest of the oat mixture over the caramel and spread out evenly.
  • Add the other ½ cup of chocolate chips on top.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust has turned a golden brown. (Times and temperatures may vary from oven to oven). Allow to cool COMPLETELY before cutting into bars.
  • Enjoy!

GOOEY CHOCOLATE CARAMEL BARS



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These rich, gooey bars are my most requested treats. They're popular at school functions, family barbecues and picnics. We like them alone or topped with a scoop of ice cream. -Betty Hagerty, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups cold butter, cubed
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans
1 jar (12 ounces) caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Set half aside for topping. , Press the remaining crumb mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and pecans. , Whisk caramel topping and remaining flour until smooth; drizzle over top. Sprinkle with the reserved crumb mixture. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE CARAMEL BARS



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Taking dessert or another treat to a church or school potluck is never a problem for me. I jump at the chance to offer these rich, chocolaty bars.-

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (11 ounces) caramels
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk, divided
3/4 cup butter, softened
1 package German chocolate cake mix (regular size)
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt caramels with 1/4 cup milk; stir until smooth. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy. Beat in dry cake mix and remaining milk., Spread half of the dough into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 6 minutes; sprinkle with chocolate chips. , Gently spread caramel mixture over chips. Drop remaining dough by tablespoonfuls over caramel layer. Return to the oven for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

OATMEAL CARAMEL BARS



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Make and share this Oatmeal Caramel Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 ounce) package caramels, unwrapped
1/3 cup milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups regular rolled oats, uncooked
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, melted
1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate morsels
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • To a saucepan over low heat, add the caramels and milk; cook and stir constantly, until caramels melt; set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, add flour, oats, brown sugar, soda, and salt; stir to combine.
  • Add the egg and butter; stir until mixture is crumbly.
  • Press half of the oatmeal mixture into a greased 13x9 inch baking dish.
  • Bake at 350° for 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle chocolate morsels and pecans evenly over the top; pour caramel mixture evenly on top.
  • Sprinkle with remaining oatmeal mixture.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes.
  • Let cool and cut into bars.
  • Chill 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2851, Fat 134.8, SaturatedFat 63.9, Cholesterol 249.6, Sodium 1653.8, Carbohydrate 389.6, Fiber 18.6, Sugar 255.2, Protein 35.3

Tips:

  • For a rich caramel flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • To make sure the caramel layer doesn't stick to the pan, grease it with butter or cooking spray before pouring in the caramel mixture.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the caramel by dropping a small amount into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a soft ball, it's ready.
  • For a chewy caramel layer, cook it for a longer period of time. For a softer caramel layer, cook it for a shorter period of time.
  • To make sure the chocolate layer sets properly, refrigerate the bars for at least 30 minutes before cutting them.

Conclusion:

Caramel o bars are a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a hit with everyone who tries them. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your caramel o bars turn out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give caramel o bars a try!

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