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4-Layer Everything Bars

Decadent 4-Layer Everything Bars for Ultimate Indulgence

This decadent 4-Layer Everything Bars recipe transforms basic ingredients into a show-stopping dessert perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 batch Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Use homemade or store-bought.
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup Caramel Can use caramel bits for easy melting.
For the Nougat Filling
  • 1 cup Nougat Ingredients (Sugar, Cream, etc.) Feel free to swap in sunflower butter.
For the Crunch
  • 2 cups Rice Krispies Substitute with crushed pretzels if desired.
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Adjust cream amount for ganache texture.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Medium saucepan
  • Small Saucepan
  • heatproof bowl
  • Spatula
  • warm knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for 4-Layer Everything Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Spread the chocolate chip cookie dough evenly and bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Cool completely.
  2. Melt caramel in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth, about 5-7 minutes. Pour over the cooled cookie base and let set for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Combine nougat ingredients in a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes until thick. Pour over the caramel layer and let cool.
  4. For ganache, combine chocolate chips and heavy cream in a bowl. Microwave in intervals until smooth. Fold in rice krispies. Pour over nougat layer and let set in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Once set, lift the bars from the pan using parchment. Slice into squares with a warm knife and serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best texture, allow each layer to cool slightly before adding the next. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for optimal freshness.

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