Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars

Health score
1%
Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars
290 min.
36
286kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistible Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars, a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter, gooey caramel, and decadent chocolate frosting. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike. With a preparation time of just under five hours, including chilling, you’ll find that the wait is well worth it as the layers of flavor meld together beautifully.

Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, buttery cookie base, topped with a luscious caramel-peanut butter mixture that oozes with every bite. The addition of chopped Reese's peanut butter cups and crunchy peanuts adds a delightful texture that elevates this dessert to a whole new level. Each bar is a perfect balance of sweet and salty, making it an ideal companion for any occasion.

Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a unique dessert to bring to a potluck, or simply craving something sweet, these Caramel-Peanut Butter Bars are the answer. They are easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the moment without the stress of last-minute baking. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • 36  individually wrapped caramels (from 14-oz bag)
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  •  eggs 
  • lb chocolate 
  • 15  peanut butter cups coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup peanuts 
  • 0.5 cup peanuts chopped
  • pouch sugar cookie mix (1 lb 1.5 oz)
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. 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

Calories286kcal
Protein6.24%
Fat43.65%
Carbs50.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.86
Glycemic Load
11.69
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.460434820341%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:286.31kcal
14.32%
Fat:14.56g
22.41%
Saturated Fat:5.2g
32.48%
Carbohydrates:37.62g
12.54%
Net Carbohydrates:36.2g
13.16%
Sugar:28.96g
32.18%
Cholesterol:9.42mg
3.14%
Sodium:145.21mg
6.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:8.81mg
2.94%
Protein:4.68g
9.37%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.88%
Phosphorus:94.17mg
9.42%
Magnesium:34.09mg
8.52%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.64%
Vitamin B3:1.38mg
6.91%
Copper:0.14mg
6.88%
Calcium:60.47mg
6.05%
Fiber:1.42g
5.68%
Folate:19.62µg
4.9%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.87%
Potassium:166.43mg
4.76%
Selenium:3µg
4.29%
Iron:0.73mg
4.05%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.83%
Vitamin A:156.98IU
3.14%
Vitamin B5:0.31mg
3.1%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.54%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.41%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.85%
Vitamin K:1.19µg
1.13%