Description
Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars are a decadent treat that perfectly harmonizes rich chocolate and creamy salted caramel, all nestled in a soft, chewy cookie base. These bars are not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make, making them the perfect dessert for any occasion—from family gatherings to cozy nights on the couch. Indulge in each gooey bite and let the flavors dance on your palate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; set aside.
- Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread half the mixture into the prepared dish and drizzle with half the caramel sauce. Top with remaining batter and caramel.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden around the edges. Let cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg