Salted Caramel Butter Bars
Experience the ultimate treat with Salted Caramel Butter Bars—a delightful combination of a buttery crust and a rich, gooey caramel center. With each bite, enjoy the perfect blend of sweet and salty that will have your taste buds dancing. These bars are not only simple to prepare but also an instant crowd-pleaser, making them perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sea salt flakes (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add flour and salt to the mixture, stirring until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together heavy cream, brown sugar, and salt until bubbling; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour warm caramel over the baked crust, then crumble remaining dough on top. Bake for another 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Sprinkle sea salt on top immediately after removing from the oven. Allow to cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg