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Irresistible Chocolate Caramel Bars Recipe Easy & Perfect

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These Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars combine buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and rich chocolate for a dessert that’s indulgent yet comforting.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, cubed
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 10 ounces (283g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30g) unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a crumbly dough forms. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish to form an even layer. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, heavy cream, butter, and salt. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves, then let it gently boil (about 5-7 minutes). The caramel will thicken slightly and take on a golden hue. Pour the caramel over the cooled shortbread layer and let it set for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Melt the chopped chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
  5. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to set completely. Once firm, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and slice them into squares or rectangles.

Notes

For clean slices, use a sharp knife heated under hot water and wiped dry before each cut. Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the chocolate layer for a gourmet touch.

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Keywords: Chocolate Caramel Bars, Shortbread Bars, Easy Dessert Recipe, Holiday Treats, Chocolate Dessert

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