Caramel-Pecan Oatmeal Bars

Caramel-Pecan Oatmeal Bars
15 min.
100
75kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your snack game with a delightful treat that perfectly combines the rich flavors of caramel and pecans? Look no further than these Caramel-Pecan Oatmeal Bars! They are not just any ordinary dessert; these bars are a harmonious blend of crunchy nuts, chewy caramels, and irresistible chocolate morsels all wrapped in a heartwarming oatmeal base. With a rich buttery flavor and a touch of sweetness, they make for an ideal morning meal, brunch delight, or an afternoon indulgence.

What’s more, this recipe is incredibly quick and easy, ready in just 15 minutes of preparation time, making it the perfect solution when you need to whip up something delicious on short notice. Served warm, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that will satiate your sweet cravings while also being a hit at any gathering! Imagine treating your friends and family to a tasty morsel that pairs perfectly with a cup of coffee or tea.

With just 75 calories per serving, you can enjoy these bars guilt-free—perfect for sharing at parties or for keeping on hand as a go-to snack. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the oven, and get ready to create a truly scrumptious treat that everyone will be talking about. Let’s dive into this easy yet impressive recipe and make some Caramel-Pecan Oatmeal Bars that will leave taste buds craving more!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup butter melted
  • 25  caramels 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • 2.5 cups quick-cooking oats uncooked
  • 11.5 oz semisweet chocolate morsels 
  • tablespoon water 
  • 18.3 oz duncan hines classic decadent cake mix yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Place pecans in a single layer in a 13- x 9-inch pan.
  2. Bake at 350 for 4 to 5 minutes or until toasted, stirring occasionally.
  3. Remove nuts from pan.
  4. Line bottom and sides of pan with aluminum foil, allowing 2 to 3 inches to extend over sides; lightly grease foil.
  5. Stir together cake mix and oats in a large bowl. Stir in butter with a fork until mixture is crumbly and dry ingredients are moistened. Press half of oat mixture evenly onto bottom of prepared pan.
  6. Sprinkle chocolate morsels and toasted pecans evenly over oat mixture in pan.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture.
  8. Bake at 375 for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.
  9. Microwave caramels and 1 Tbsp. water in a microwave-safe bowl at HIGH 1 minute or until caramels are melted.
  10. Drizzle evenly over warm bars in pan.
  11. Let cool on a wire rack 1 hour or until completely cool.
  12. Lift baked bars from pan, using foil sides as handles.
  13. Place on a cutting board, and cut into 24 bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories75kcal
Protein4.7%
Fat45.93%
Carbs49.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.9
Glycemic Load
2.03
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.7882608679812%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Delphinidin
0.08mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:74.73kcal
3.74%
Fat:3.9g
6%
Saturated Fat:1.83g
11.43%
Carbohydrates:9.43g
3.14%
Net Carbohydrates:8.81g
3.21%
Sugar:5.15g
5.72%
Cholesterol:4.03mg
1.34%
Sodium:55.13mg
2.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.9g
1.8%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.48%
Phosphorus:40.08mg
4.01%
Magnesium:13.51mg
3.38%
Copper:0.07mg
3.27%
Fiber:0.62g
2.47%
Iron:0.44mg
2.44%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.25%
Calcium:18.52mg
1.85%
Selenium:1.22µg
1.75%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.51%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.43%
Folate:4.56µg
1.14%
Potassium:38.4mg
1.1%
Source:My Recipes