Caramel Crush Bars Dessert: Irresistible Oat Treats to Savor

Caramel Crush Bars Dessert combines crisp oats and gooey caramel for a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing treat.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 12 bars

Course: DESSERTS

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 1/4 cups Butter, melted Use unsalted for best results.
2 cups Quick Oats Rolled oats can be used for a rustic texture.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can swap for a gluten-free blend.
1 cup Brown Sugar Light brown for mellow flavor, dark for more depth.

For the Caramel Filling

1/4 cup Butter This extra fat creates a luscious filling.
1/4 cup Milk Dairy alternative can be used.
2 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla adds depth to flavor.
2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Essential for thickening the caramel.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking pan
large mixing bowl
Saucepan

Method

Making the Bars

Preheat the oven to 325ºF (160ºC) to prepare for baking.
Mix melted butter, quick oats, flour, and brown sugar until crumbly.
Press two-thirds of the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes; then let it cool slightly.
Melt ¼ cup of butter in a saucepan, then stir in brown sugar until smooth.
Add milk, vanilla, and flour, stirring constantly, and simmer for 3 minutes.
Pour the caramel over the crust, topping it with the remaining oat mixture.
Reduce the oven temperature to 300ºF (150ºC) and bake for 20 minutes.
Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle with extra caramel sauce for added indulgence.

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