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Better Than Anything Bars

Better Than Anything Bars

These Better Than Anything Bars combine rich chocolate and caramel in a decadent treat that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt optional, for topping

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  6. Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  7. Spread half of the dough into the baking dish, then drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the top.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the caramel and gently spread it to cover.
  9. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 18g

Notes

For added flavor, experiment with different types of chocolate or nut toppings. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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