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Caramel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

Caramel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe
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These Ultimate Peanut Butter Caramel Toffee Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a decadent treat combining the rich flavors of creamy peanut butter, gooey caramel, crunchy toffee bits, and melty chocolate chips. Perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth, these bars offer a delightful swirl of textures and flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1 cup caramel sauce

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Toppings

  • 1 cup toffee bits
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars later.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture is light, airy, and fluffy.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until everything is well incorporated and smooth.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures the baking soda and salt are evenly distributed.
  5. Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined to avoid overmixing which can make the bars tough.
  6. Spread Dough in Pan: Evenly spread the cookie dough into the prepared 9×13-inch baking pan using a spatula or your hands.
  7. Add Peanut Butter and Caramel Swirl: Drizzle the creamy peanut butter and caramel sauce over the surface of the dough. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the two together for a marbled effect.
  8. Sprinkle Toppings: Scatter the toffee bits and semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the swirled dough to add crunch and chocolate flavor.
  9. Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the center has set but is still soft.
  10. Cool and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into squares to serve.

Notes

  • Allow bars to cool fully before cutting to maintain shape and prevent crumbling.
  • Use high-quality caramel sauce and peanut butter for the best flavor.
  • For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the bars by 1-2 minutes.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • To make caramel sauce from scratch, melt caramel candies with heavy cream over low heat until smooth.

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Keywords: peanut butter, caramel, toffee bits, chocolate chip, cookie bars, dessert bars, sweet treat

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