Description
These Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars are the perfect combination of buttery oats, smooth chocolate, and a sweet caramel drizzle. A quick and easy treat that’s packed with flavor and texture, these bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Mix in the quick-cooking oats until evenly distributed.
- Press the oat mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips over the top. Let them sit for a few minutes to melt, then spread the chocolate evenly over the bars.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the melted chocolate. Drizzle with caramel ice cream topping for added sweetness and richness.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Be sure to allow the bars to cool completely to help them set properly before cutting.
- For added flavor, you can use milk chocolate chips instead of semisweet for a sweeter treat.
- You can substitute walnuts with any nuts you prefer, or leave them out for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes