Gooey Caramel Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Bars
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tsp salt
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2 eggs
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1 tsp baking soda
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3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 cup butter, room temp
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 1/4 cups plain flour
→ Caramel Sauce
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1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
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5 oz canned evaporated milk
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1 (14 oz) pack caramel candies
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 pan.
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In a small bowl, mix together salt, baking soda, and flour. In a bigger bowl, beat soft butter, both sugars, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy. Add eggs one by one, making sure to blend thoroughly before adding the next. Gradually combine the dry mixture and fold in your chocolate chips.
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Spread half the cookie dough evenly in the greased pan. Pop it into the oven for 8-10 minutes, then take it out.
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While the dough is baking, combine the caramels and evaporated milk in a double boiler (or microwave-safe bowl). Heat until smooth, then stir in peanut butter until mixed up. Pour this over the baked cookie base.
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Scoop the rest of the cookie dough by the spoonful and place it over your caramel layer.
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Bake for another 15-20 minutes until the top is beautifully golden.
# Notes:
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Let them cool completely before slicing for neat pieces.
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Keep leftovers in a sealed container for up to 5 days.