Here’s an irresistible Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars recipe—crispy, chewy, and packed with rich caramel and chocolate flavors!
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Ingredients:
For the Crunchy Base:
• 3 cups crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
• 1 cup crushed graham crackers (about 8 crackers)
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup honey or corn syrup
For the Caramel Layer:
• 1 cup soft caramel candies (or homemade caramel)
• 2 tbsp heavy cream
For the Chocolate Topping:
• 1 ½ cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp coconut oil or butter
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Instructions:
Step 1: Make the Crunchy Base
1. Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix crispy rice cereal and crushed graham crackers.
3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, brown sugar, and honey (or corn syrup). Stir until smooth.
4. Pour the mixture over the cereal-graham mix and stir to coat.
5. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan.
Step 2: Add the Caramel Layer
6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt caramel candies with heavy cream in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
7. Pour the caramel over the crunchy base and spread evenly. Let it set for 10-15 minutes.
Step 3: Finish with Chocolate
8. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil (or butter) in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
9. Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
10. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set.
Step 4: Slice & Enjoy
11. Once firm, lift from the pan using parchment paper and slice into bars.
12. Serve and enjoy your Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars!
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Pro Tips:
• Extra Crunch? Add chopped nuts (like almonds or pecans) to the base.
• Salted Caramel Twist? Sprinkle sea salt over the caramel layer before adding chocolate.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
These bars are the perfect mix of crispy, chewy, and chocolatey goodness! Let me know if you’d like any variations.