Description
Indulge in Better Than Anything Bars, a delightful dessert that combines layers of buttery cookie dough, gooey chocolate chips, and rich caramel sauce, all topped with a sprinkle of sea salt. These bars are perfect for celebrations, potlucks, or simply treating yourself to something sweet. With their irresistible flavor and easy preparation, they are sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Whether served warm with ice cream or enjoyed on their own, these decadent bars will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time and mix in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Press half of the dough into the prepared baking dish, drizzle with caramel sauce, then drop spoonfuls of remaining dough on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before cutting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (56g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg