Description
These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are a decadent combination of chewy cookie dough, gooey caramel, and a sprinkle of sea salt on top. With a perfect balance of sweetness and saltiness, these bars are a must-try treat for any dessert lover!
Ingredients
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2 ⅛ cups (265.63 g) all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
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1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar
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½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
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1 egg
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1 egg yolk
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2 cups (360 g) semisweet chocolate chips
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10 ounces (283.5 g) caramel candy squares, unwrapped
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3 tablespoons heavy cream
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Fleur de sel, or other sea salt, for sprinkling
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal of the bars.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a separate large bowl, beat the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy.
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Add the egg and egg yolk, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down gently to create an even layer.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
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While the bars are baking, prepare the caramel. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the caramel candy squares and heavy cream together, stirring constantly until smooth and fully melted.
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Once the cookie bars have finished baking, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for about 10 minutes.
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Pour the melted caramel evenly over the bars. Sprinkle a generous pinch of Fleur de sel (or other sea salt) over the top to enhance the caramel’s flavor.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
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Make sure the caramel is fully melted and smooth before pouring it over the bars to avoid any lumps.
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These bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days, but they are best enjoyed fresh.
- If you prefer a bit of extra chocolate, you can add more chocolate chips on top of the caramel before the bars cool for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American