Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars

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Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars
290 min.
36
272kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and peanut butter in every bite. Perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply as a decadent dessert at home, these bars are sure to impress your family and friends. With a soft and chewy cookie base made from Betty Sugar Cookie Mix, each layer is crafted to create a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.

The magic begins with a golden-brown cookie crust that serves as the foundation for a luscious caramel and peanut butter filling. As you melt the caramels and mix in creamy peanut butter, the aroma will have everyone eagerly anticipating the final result. Topped with a generous layer of rich chocolate frosting and a sprinkle of chopped peanuts, these bars are not just a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight.

With a preparation time of just under five hours, including chilling, these bars are worth the wait. Each serving packs a satisfying 272 calories, making them a perfect indulgence for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to share or a special dessert to enjoy on your own, these Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars are a must-try. Get ready to savor the deliciousness and watch them disappear in no time!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  •  eggs 
  • 15  peanut butter cups coarsely chopped
  • 36  individually wrapped caramels (from 14-oz bag)
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • 0.5 cup peanuts 
  • 16 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 0.5 cup peanuts chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Stir in candies. Press dough in bottom of pan.
  2. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until light golden brown.
  3. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, heat caramels and milk over medium heat, stirring constantly, until caramels are melted. Stir in peanut butter.
  4. Heat to boiling. Cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Remove from heat; stir in 1/2 cup peanuts.
  6. Spread over warm cookie base. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
  7. Spread frosting evenly over filling.
  8. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Refrigerate about 2 hours or until chilled. For bars, cut 9 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories272kcal
Protein6.15%
Fat39.88%
Carbs53.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.68
Glycemic Load
8.74
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.8091304509536%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:272.46kcal
13.62%
Fat:12.47g
19.19%
Saturated Fat:3.36g
21.02%
Carbohydrates:37.98g
12.66%
Net Carbohydrates:37.14g
13.5%
Sugar:29.75g
33.05%
Cholesterol:9.42mg
3.14%
Sodium:166.26mg
7.23%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.33g
8.66%
Phosphorus:85.61mg
8.56%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.28%
Vitamin B3:1.31mg
6.56%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.98%
Calcium:58.45mg
5.85%
Magnesium:22.5mg
5.62%
Folate:19.37µg
4.84%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.81%
Copper:0.09mg
4.53%
Potassium:154.58mg
4.42%
Selenium:2.75µg
3.93%
Vitamin E:0.54mg
3.63%
Fiber:0.84g
3.36%
Vitamin A:157.1IU
3.14%
Iron:0.56mg
3.11%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.04%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.81%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.17%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.85%