Knock You Bars
Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with Knock You Bars, a delightful combination of soft, chewy chocolate chip cookie layers enveloping a rich, gooey peanut butter caramel center. These bars are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy family gathering or an extravagant potluck. Their irresistible flavor and texture will leave everyone wanting more. Easy to make and versatile enough for endless variations, these treats are sure to impress both friends and family alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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, room temperature
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 5 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 (14 oz) bag caramels, unwrapped
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with sugars and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually blend in the flour mixture then fold in chocolate chips.
- Spread half of the cookie dough into the prepared dish and bake for 8–10 minutes until just set.
- Meanwhile, melt caramels with evaporated milk over low heat; stir in peanut butter until smooth.
- Pour caramel over baked cookie base, then drop spoonfuls of remaining dough on top.
- Bake an additional 15–20 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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