Naked Bars Chocolate Caramel (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Bars
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3/4 cup packed brown sugar
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3/4 cup sugar
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1 cup butter (softened)
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 tsp baking soda
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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2 eggs
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1 tsp salt
→ Caramel Sauce
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1 bag (14 oz) caramels
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1/2 cup peanut butter
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5 oz evaporated milk
# Instructions:
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Set your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13 pan.
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In a small bowl, stir together baking soda, salt, and flour. In a separate large mixing bowl, beat together brown sugar, sugar, vanilla, and butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and mix well. Slowly stir in the dry ingredients. Finish by folding in the chocolate chips.
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Spread half the dough evenly in the pan. Pop it into the oven for about 8 to 10 minutes. Take it out once it’s baked.
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While the bottom layer bakes, melt the caramels with the evaporated milk using a double boiler. Stir in the peanut butter once the caramel mix is smooth. Spread this over the baked base layer.
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Spoon the leftover dough on top of the caramel mix in small drops or chunks.
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Put everything back in the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes. Take them out when they’re golden on top.
# Notes:
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Wait for them to cool all the way down before slicing if you want clean edges.
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Keep them fresh in a sealed container for up to five days.