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Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
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Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars. Rich, gooey, and utterly delightful, these bars feature a buttery cookie base layered with velvety caramel and loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and chunks. Perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a cozy night in—these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike. With minimal prep time and simple steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature; either way, each bite is an irresistible treat that satisfies your sweet cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 11 oz soft caramels or caramel bits
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in eggs one at a time followed by vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips and chunks gently.
  7. Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared pan evenly.
  8. Melt caramels with heavy cream in the microwave until smooth; pour over the dough layer.
  9. Drop spoonfuls of remaining dough over caramel layer and gently spread to cover.
  10. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
  11. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

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