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Carmelitas for a Crowd

Carmelitas for a Crowd: Gooey Bars Everyone Will Love

Carmelitas for a Crowd are gooey, chocolatey bars that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base Layer
  • 1 cup butter or margarine for dairy-free
  • 1 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar for a unique twist
  • 1 cup oats instant oats yield a smoother texture
  • 1 cup flour or whole wheat flour for added nutrition
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1 pinch salt omit for low-sodium
For the Filling
  • 1 to 1.5 cups chocolate chips or nuts for dietary needs
  • 1 cup caramel sauce homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking pan.
  2. Cream together butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
  3. Mix in flour, oats, baking soda, and salt until combined.
  4. Press half of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  5. Sprinkle chocolate chips and drizzle caramel sauce over the pressed dough.
  6. Crumble the remaining dough over the caramel layer.
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill before cutting for neater slices. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.

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