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Caramel Crush Bar

Caramel Crush Bar Bliss: Easy, Gooey & Totally Customizable

Caramel Crush Bars are a delightful combination of a crunchy oat crust and a gooey caramel center that’s just too good to resist.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust and Topping
  • 1 ¼ cups butter melted; substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 ½ cups quick oats provides texture and chewiness.
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar for crust; ensure it's soft for the best results.
For the Caramel Filling
  • ¼ cup milk almond milk or plant-based milk can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract adds depth of flavor; optional to omit or replace.
  • 2 tablespoons flour for thickening the caramel.
  • 1 cup brown sugar for caramel filling.

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • 9x13-inch pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by melting 1 ¼ cups of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat it for about 30 seconds until fully liquid, then let it cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mix together the melted butter, 1 ½ cups of quick oats, 2 ¼ cups of flour, and 1 ½ cups of brown sugar. Stir until crumbly.
  3. Press about two-thirds of the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch pan. Preheat your oven to 325°F and bake for 10 minutes.
  4. In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup of butter and stir in 1 cup of brown sugar. Gradually add ¼ cup of milk, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of flour.
  5. Increase the heat and bring to a gentle boil, simmer for about 3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Pour the caramel over the cooled crust, then sprinkle the remaining crumbly mixture on top.
  7. Lower the oven temperature to 300°F and bake for 20 minutes.
  8. After baking, cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars can be customized with your favorite flavors, and ensure to cool completely before cutting for a clean slice.

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