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Caramel Crush Bars

Caramel Crush Bars: Your New Favorite Sweet Indulgence

Caramel Crush Bars are a delightful combination of crunchy crust and gooey caramel, perfect for those seeking a sweet indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Quick Oats
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter can substitute margarine
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Milk can use non-dairy alternatives
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can substitute with almond extract
For Topping
  • 1 cup Reserved Crust Mixture

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • saucepan
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until liquid. Stir in the quick oats, flour, and brown sugar.
  3. Press two-thirds of the crust mixture into the greased pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. Melt additional butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and cook for about one minute.
  5. Gradually add milk and vanilla extract. Stir in flour until thickened, about 3 minutes.
  6. Pour the caramel filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved crust mixture over the caramel filling.
  8. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F (150°C). Bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  9. Cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow bars to cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

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