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Making chocolate chip caramel bars is easy and fun. You need simple ingredients to get started. These bars blend sweet chocolate and rich caramel for a delightful treat.

Chocolate Chip Caramel Bars

Indulge your sweet tooth with these easy-to-make chocolate chip caramel bars! Combining rich chocolate and gooey caramel, this delightful treat is perfect for any occasion. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll whip up a mouthwatering dessert that's sure to impress. Whether you're sharing or keeping them all to yourself, click through to explore the full recipe and enjoy the baking adventure today!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 ½ cups brown sugar, packed

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)

1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Sea salt for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

    Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

      Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

        Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

          Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

            Prepare the Pan: Spread half of the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

              Add Caramel Sauce: Drizzle the caramel sauce over the layer of batter, spreading it evenly, but leaving a little space around the edges to prevent burning.

                Top with Remaining Batter: Spoon the remaining batter over the caramel layer. It will be thick, so spread it carefully with a spatula to cover the caramel as evenly as possible.

                  Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are fine due to the caramel).

                    Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.

                      Optional Finishing Touch: Before serving, sprinkle a touch of sea salt on top for that perfect sweet and salty contrast.

                        Prep Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 50 mins | Servings: 12-16 bars

                          - Presentation Tips: Serve the bars on a decorative plate, drizzled with extra caramel sauce and a sprinkle of sea salt for an appealing presentation. Enjoy!