Sweet and Salty Peanut Bars

Sweet and Salty Peanut Bars
130 min.
24
258kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with our Sweet and Salty Peanut Bars, a delightful treat that perfectly balances the rich sweetness of chocolate and caramel with the satisfying crunch of salted peanuts. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a snack, these bars are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth.

With a preparation time of just 130 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 24 delicious servings that are perfect for any occasion. The base of these bars is made from a gluten-free chocolate chip cookie mix, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this delectable dessert. The addition of creamy caramel and sweetened condensed milk creates a luscious filling that pairs beautifully with the crunchy, salty peanuts sprinkled on top.

Not only are these bars a fantastic choice for antipasti or as a starter, but they also make for a delightful snack or appetizer. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a sweet and salty masterpiece that will be the highlight of your next event!

Ingredients

  • 19 oz chocolate chip cookie mix gluten free
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • teaspoon vanilla gluten-free
  •  eggs beaten
  • 24  individually wrapped caramels 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 14 oz condensed milk sweetened canned (not evaporated)
  • 12 oz fruit cocktail salted chopped canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray (without flour).
  2. In medium bowl, stir cookie mix, 1/2 cup butter, the vanilla and egg until soft dough forms. Press in pan.
  3. Bake 15 minutes or until set.
  4. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, heat caramels, 2 tablespoons butter and the condensed milk over medium-low heat 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until caramels are melted.
  5. Remove from heat. Carefully pour filling over partially baked crust; spread evenly.
  6. Sprinkle with peanuts.
  7. Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until filling is bubbly. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 1 hour.
  8. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts

Calories258kcal
Protein4.75%
Fat43.32%
Carbs51.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.74
Glycemic Load
18.67
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.1834782452687%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:257.63kcal
12.88%
Fat:12.62g
19.42%
Saturated Fat:6.4g
40%
Carbohydrates:34.04g
11.35%
Net Carbohydrates:33.27g
12.1%
Sugar:24.82g
27.58%
Cholesterol:27.61mg
9.2%
Sodium:167.45mg
7.28%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.1%
100%
Protein:3.12g
6.23%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.71%
Phosphorus:70.85mg
7.09%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.86%
Calcium:64.08mg
6.41%
Selenium:3.32µg
4.74%
Vitamin A:235.07IU
4.7%
Folate:18.72µg
4.68%
Potassium:140.41mg
4.01%
Magnesium:14.47mg
3.62%
Fiber:0.77g
3.08%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.78%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.36%
Vitamin B5:0.23mg
2.29%
Iron:0.39mg
2.16%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.15%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
2%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.23%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.19%
Vitamin K:1.07µg
1.02%