Christmas M&M's™ Caramel Bars

Christmas M&M's™ Caramel Bars
120 min.
32
232kcal

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Get ready to indulge in a festive treat that will delight your taste buds and bring joy to your holiday gatherings! These Christmas M&M's™ Caramel Bars are the perfect combination of chewy, crunchy, and sweet, making them an irresistible addition to your holiday dessert table. With vibrant red and green M&M's™ sprinkled throughout, these bars not only taste amazing but also look stunning, adding a pop of color to your celebrations.

Imagine biting into a soft, buttery base that is perfectly complemented by a rich layer of melted caramel and a generous sprinkle of chocolate candies. The combination of quick-cooking rolled oats and crisp rice cereal adds a delightful texture, making each bite a satisfying experience. Whether you're hosting a holiday party, looking for a sweet snack to enjoy by the fireplace, or simply want to treat yourself, these bars are sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just 120 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these delicious treats to share with family and friends. Each bar is packed with flavor and has a delightful balance of sweetness and richness, making them a perfect choice for any festive occasion. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a holiday masterpiece that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar packed
  • 1.5 cups butter softened
  • cup rice cereal crisp
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • 14 oz m&m candies green red
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • cup oats 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 35  vanilla pod 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, combine brown sugar and butter; beat until smooth. Stir in oats and cereal.
  2. Add flour, baking soda and salt; mix until well blended. Reserve 3 cups oat mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture in bottom of sprayed pan.
  3. Bake at 350F. for 10 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, in small saucepan, combine caramels and milk; heat over low heat until caramels are melted and mixture is smooth, stirring constantly.
  5. Remove partially baked base from oven.
  6. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the chocolate pieces.
  7. Drizzle with caramel mixture, being careful not to let caramel touch sides of pan. Drop reserved oat mixture by heaping teaspoonfuls over caramel mixture.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining chocolate pieces.
  9. Return to oven; bake an additional 20 to 24 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown. Cool 1 hour or until completely cooled.
  10. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Calories232kcal
Protein3.36%
Fat48.53%
Carbs48.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.13
Glycemic Load
5.33
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.5578261030757%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:232.19kcal
11.61%
Fat:12.68g
19.51%
Saturated Fat:7.35g
45.96%
Carbohydrates:28.29g
9.43%
Net Carbohydrates:27.5g
10%
Sugar:17.95g
19.94%
Cholesterol:25.04mg
8.35%
Sodium:151.5mg
6.59%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.97g
3.95%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.45%
Vitamin A:297.81IU
5.96%
Selenium:3.85µg
5.5%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.3%
Folate:16.43µg
4.11%
Iron:0.73mg
4.03%
Fiber:0.79g
3.17%
Calcium:31.06mg
3.11%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.96%
Phosphorus:26.26mg
2.63%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.61%
Magnesium:10.18mg
2.55%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.81%
Copper:0.03mg
1.35%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.1%
Potassium:38.2mg
1.09%