Description
Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars are a delightful treat that combines the rich taste of chocolate with the sweet, gooey goodness of caramel, all on a crunchy graham cracker base.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 ½ cups
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: ½ cup
- Sweetened condensed milk: 1 can (14 oz)
- Butter: ½ cup (1 stick), melted
- Chocolate chips: 1 cup (semi-sweet or dark)
- Caramel sauce: ½ cup (plus extra for drizzling)
- Sea salt: ½ teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and cocoa powder, then add melted butter and mix until well coated.
- Press the crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
- Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk to the melted chocolate and stir until well combined, then pour over the cooled crust.
- Drizzle caramel sauce over the chocolate layer and swirl with a knife if desired.
- Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly firm.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
- Lift the bars out using the parchment overhang, cut into squares, and serve with extra caramel and sea salt if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious creation!
Notes
- Optional add-ins include nuts, toffee bits, mini marshmallows, or peanut butter.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- These bars can be made ahead of time and are perfect for parties or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Caramel, Chocolate, Crunch Bars, Dessert, Sweet Treat