Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Knock You Bars, a rich dessert that combines layers of chocolate chip cookie dough with a gooey peanut butter caramel center. These bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and savory, making them an ideal treat for any occasion, from family gatherings to casual nights in. Easy to prepare and even easier to devour, you’ll find yourself reaching for these irresistible bars time and time again. Impress your guests or enjoy them all to yourself—either way, they’re bound to become a favorite!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 (14 oz) bag caramels, unwrapped
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread half of the dough into the baking dish and bake for 8–10 minutes.
- While baking, melt evaporated milk and unwrapped caramels in a double boiler or microwave; stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Pour the caramel over the baked layer, then drop spoonfuls of remaining dough on top.
- Bake for an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg