Holiday Caramel Candy Bars

Holiday Caramel Candy Bars
120 min.
32
232kcal

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Get ready to indulge in the delightful flavors of the season with our Holiday Caramel Candy Bars! Perfect for gatherings, these scrumptious treats are a festive addition to any holiday spread. With a rich combination of buttery goodness, chewy caramel, and colorful candy-coated chocolate pieces, these bars are sure to be a hit among family and friends.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked bars wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this easy-to-follow recipe. The base is a delicious blend of oats and crisp rice cereal, providing a satisfying crunch that perfectly complements the smooth, melted caramel topping. Each bite is a harmonious balance of sweet and salty, making it an irresistible snack for any occasion.

Whether you're hosting a holiday party, looking for a unique gift for neighbors, or simply craving a sweet treat, these Holiday Caramel Candy Bars are the answer. With just a little over two hours of preparation time, you can create a batch that serves 32 people, ensuring there's plenty to go around. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your loved ones with these delightful bars that capture the essence of the holiday spirit!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar packed
  • 1.5 cups butter softened
  • 14 oz m&m candies green red
  • cup rice cereal crisp
  • cups flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • 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 350°F. 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 350°F. 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%