Chocolate Carnutty Bars 🍫🥜
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 24 bars
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts with these irresistible Chocolate Carnutty Bars. Inspired by a recipe from Better Homes and Gardens magazine, these bars are not only scrumptious but also incredibly easy to make. Prepare to be amazed as you create a treat that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 cups cream cheese
- 8 tablespoons caramel topping
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 cup chocolate pieces
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 258.4
- Fat: 12.5g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 256.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 32.8g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 13.8g
- Protein: 5.8g
Instructions:
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the quick-cooking oats with the dry cake mix. Cut in the peanut butter until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
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Add wet ingredients: Stir in the egg and milk until well mixed.
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Set aside topping: Reserve 3/4 cup of the mixture for the topping.
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Prepare crust: Press the remaining mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking pan, forming an even crust.
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Prepare filling: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Mix in the caramel topping until well combined.
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Spread filling: Spread the cream cheese and caramel mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.
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Add toppings: Sprinkle the chocolate pieces and peanuts over the filling.
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Top with reserved crust: Sprinkle the reserved crumb/crust mixture evenly over the chocolate and peanuts.
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Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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Cool and serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Once cooled, store the bars covered in the refrigerator for optimal freshness.
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy these Chocolate Carnutty Bars as a delightful dessert after dinner.
- Pack them in lunchboxes or enjoy them as a midday snack.
- Serve them at parties or gatherings for a crowd-pleasing treat.
Tips:
- For a twist, try using different types of nuts, such as almonds or cashews.
- Drizzle additional caramel topping over the bars before serving for an extra indulgent touch.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite toppings, such as shredded coconut or chopped dried fruit.
Dietary Considerations:
- Vegetarian
- Contains nuts
Keywords:
Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Bar Cookie, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, < 60 Mins
