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Carmelitas for a Crowd

Irresistible Carmelitas for a Crowd Everyone Will Love

These Carmelitas for a Crowd combine rich caramel, melted chocolate, and a crumbly oat base into a dessert that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Substitute with gluten-free oats for a gluten-sensitive option.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Almond flour is a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Use light brown sugar for a milder taste or darker sugar for depth.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Opt for unsalted butter or try coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
Filling
  • 2 cups Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or milk chocolate can be swapped for different sweetness.
  • 1 cup Caramel Sauce Ensure it's thick, whether homemade or store-bought.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Nuts (Pecans or Walnuts) Adds extra crunch and nutty flavor.
  • 1 cup Flavored Chocolate Experiment with butterscotch or white chocolate chips.
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Layer in for a richer flavor profile.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to create the perfect baking environment.
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. Melt unsalted butter and pour it over the dry ingredients, stirring until crumbly. Press half of this mixture into the bottom of your prepared pan.
  4. Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips over the pressed oat mixture. Drizzle thick caramel sauce across the chocolate layer, then crumble the remaining oat mixture over the top.
  5. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Rotate the pan halfway for even baking.
  6. Let the pan cool completely before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzle with extra caramel for an elevated treat.

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