CRACKER JILL BARS

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If you love sweet and salty, then you're going to love this recipe! The toffee mix and the caramel sauce, combined with the kettle corn and sea salt is a wonderful flavor combination. These are a tasty treat everyone will love!

Provided by Jill Drury

Categories     Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 c popped kettle corn
8 oz chocolate covered toffee pieces
1 c pecans, toasted and finely chopped
2/3 c light-colored corn syrup
2/3 c sweetened condensed milk
1/2 c packed brown sugar
3 Tbsp sugar
5 Tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
12 oz semisweet chocolate pieces, melted*
1/4 c caramel ice cream topping
2 tsp coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • 1. Prep: 25 minutes | Chill: 45 minutes | Makes 20 to 24 bars
  • 2. Line an 11x7x2-inch or a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over edges of pan; set pan aside.
  • 3. In a very large bowl toss together the kettle corn, toffee pieces and pecans; set aside.
  • 4. In a small saucepan, combine the corn syrup, condensed milk, brown sugar, granulated sugar and butter. Bring mixture to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and boil gently, for 5 to 6 minutes or until the caramel sauce has turned light golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Pour caramel sauce over kettle corn mixture, stirring with a wooden spoon until the kettle corn mixture is completely coated.
  • 5. Turn mixture into prepared pan, pressing firmly into pan using the back of the wooden spoon or a large piece of waxed paper.
  • 6. Spread melted chocolate over kettle corn mixture in pan. Drizzle caramel topping over chocolate. Sprinkle with sea salt.
  • 7. Place in the refrigerator for 45 to 60 minutes to allow chocolate to set.
  • 8. Use foil to lift bars from pan. Cut in bars**. * Note: Place chocolate pieces in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cook on 50% (medium) power for 2 to 3 minutes or until chocolate is just melted, stirring twice. ** To make cutting easier, wipe blade of knife with wet paper towels frequently.

Asante Nyarkoa elsie
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I can't wait to make these bars again soon.


Leanne Dickinson
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These bars are the perfect treat for any occasion.


Violet Devereaux
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I love the way these bars melt in my mouth.


Danny Cortez
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These bars are the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Akram Queen
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I've never had a problem with these bars falling apart. They're always nice and sturdy.


Waris Bilali
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These bars are so affordable. I can make a whole batch for less than $10.


Rinae Mavhungu
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I love that I can make these bars ahead of time. It's so convenient.


Rahmier Brown
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These bars are so addictive! I can never eat just one.


Md Ajad
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I've made these bars for parties, potlucks, and even just to snack on at home. They're always a crowd-pleaser.


Abby Ledoux
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These bars are so easy to make. I can usually have them done in under 30 minutes.


Lulo Linga
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I love the combination of salty crackers, sweet candy, and nutty toffee bits. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Threedee
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These bars are so versatile. I've made them with different types of crackers, candy, and nuts. They're always a hit.


Rajae Daley
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I've been making these cracker jill bars for years. They're my go-to dessert when I need something quick and easy.


Noor Farooq
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These cracker jill bars were a hit at my party! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious.