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Chocolate Caramel Bars

No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Bars with Toasted Nut Crunch

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  • Author: nakisha
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x

Description

These No-Bake Chocolate Caramel Bars are a decadent, multi-layered treat featuring a crunchy graham cracker base, a silky almond butter caramel center, and a rich dark chocolate topping finished with toasted walnuts and sea salt. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without ever turning on the oven.

Ingredients

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  • The Base:
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • The Caramel Heart:
  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • The Topping:
  • 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon flaky sea salt

Instructions

  1. Build the Foundation: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and honey in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8 inch square pan to create an even base.
  2. Create the Caramel Heart: In a separate bowl, whisk together almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla until silky smooth and glossy. Pour this mixture over the crust and spread to the edges.
  3. Prepare the Chocolate Blanket: Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  4. Layer and Crunch: Pour the melted chocolate over the caramel layer. Immediately sprinkle with chopped toasted walnuts and flaky sea salt.
  5. Chill to Set: Place the pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour or the refrigerator for 3 hours until completely firm.
  6. Slice and Serve: Lift the bars out using the parchment paper. Use a warm, sharp knife to slice into long rectangular bars.

Notes

For a clean cut, run your knife under hot water and wipe it dry between every slice. If you have a nut allergy, swap the almond butter for sunflower seed butter and skip the walnut topping. Store these in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 110mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

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