Caramel Crunch Delight: Irresistible Oatmeal Pecan Bars Recipe

Oatmeal Caramel Bars 🍪

Overview:

If you’re craving a chewy, gooey, and utterly delightful treat, look no further than these Oatmeal Caramel Bars! 🌟 Perfect for dessert lovers, potlucks, or simply a cozy weeknight indulgence, these bars combine the wholesome goodness of oats with the rich sweetness of caramel, topped with a decadent layer of chocolate and pecans. With just a bit of prep, you’ll have a batch of these heavenly bars ready to enjoy!

Recipe Details:

• Name: Oatmeal Caramel Bars
• Category: Bar Cookie
• Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Potluck, Sweet, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 3 dozen bars

Ingredients:

Nutrition Information (per serving):

• Calories: 2851
• Fat: 134.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 63.9g
• Cholesterol: 249.6mg
• Sodium: 1653.8mg
• Carbohydrates: 389.6g
  • Fiber: 18.6g
  • Sugar: 255.2g
• Protein: 35.3g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Caramel:

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   • In a saucepan over low heat, combine the caramels and milk.
   • Cook and stir constantly until the caramels have melted into a smooth mixture.
   • Set aside for later use.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
   • Stir everything together until well combined.

3. Add Wet Ingredients:

   • Add the egg, butter, and margarine to the dry mixture.
   • Stir until the mixture becomes crumbly and evenly mixed.

4. Prepare the Base:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease a 13×9 inch baking dish.
   • Press half of the oatmeal mixture firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to create a solid base.

5. Bake the Base:

   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
   • Bake for 10 minutes until the base is just beginning to set.

6. Add Toppings:

   • Sprinkle the chocolate morsels and pecans evenly over the partially baked oatmeal base.
   • Next, pour the prepared caramel mixture evenly over the top.

7. Finish the Bars:

   • Sprinkle the remaining oatmeal mixture evenly over the caramel layer.
   • Return the baking dish to the oven.

8. Bake to Perfection:

   • Bake the bars for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the caramel is bubbling.

9. Cool and Serve:

   • Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool completely.
   • Once cooled, cut into bars of your desired size and shape.

10. Chill for Best Results:

    • For that perfect, chewy texture, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours before serving.

11. Enjoy! 🎉

    • Serve these delectable Oatmeal Caramel Bars as a delightful dessert, a sweet addition to a potluck spread, or simply as a cozy weeknight treat with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.

These bars are a wonderful combination of chewy, crunchy, and sweet, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors of these Oatmeal Caramel Bars! 🍪✨