Recipe: Oatmeal Chocolate Carmelitas
๐ Cook Time: 30 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 20 minutes
๐ Total Time: 50 minutes
๐ช Description:
These Oatmeal Chocolate Carmelitas have been cherished in my household for as far back as memory serves! Sweet, gooey, and irresistibly delicious, they’re reminiscent of another recipe found on Zaar, yet possess subtle nuances that compelled me to share them here. It’s worth noting that we often opt to double the recipe and bake it in a jelly roll pan for larger gatherings. And don’t forget to account for an additional 1-2 hours of chilling time post-baking for optimal texture!
๐ Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
๐ Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Potluck, Sweet, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven
๐ Ingredients:
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup quick-cooking oatmeal
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup butter
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup pecans
- 3/4 cup caramel topping
- 3 tbsp flour
๐ข Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 187.8
- Fat Content: 9.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 15.3mg
- Sodium Content: 139.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 25.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.2g
- Sugar Content: 10.7g
- Protein Content: 1.8g
๐ฅ Servings: 24 bars
๐ Instructions:
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Prepare Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, quick-cooking oatmeal, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and butter. Blend the ingredients well with a mixer until they form crumbs.
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Layer the Crust: Press half of the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of an 11×7-inch pan.
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Bake: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Bake the crust for 10 minutes until it’s just beginning to set.
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Add Chocolate and Pecans: Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the partially baked crust with chocolate chips and pecans.
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Prepare Caramel Topping: In a separate bowl, blend the caramel topping with flour until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the chocolate and pecans in the pan.
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Top with Remaining Crumbs: Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the caramel layer.
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Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the caramel is bubbling.
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Chill: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Then, transfer it to the refrigerator and chill for 1-2 hours to allow the caramel layer to set.
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Slice and Serve: After chilling, cut the Oatmeal Chocolate Carmelitas into 24 bars and serve. Enjoy the gooey, sweet delight of these irresistible treats!
These Oatmeal Chocolate Carmelitas are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, perfect for potlucks, gatherings, or simply indulging in a sweet treat at home. Their delectable blend of flavors and textures will have everyone coming back for seconds!
