Caramel Oat Bars
Deliciously chewy oat bars that are made with an oaty, buttery crumb, and filled with a thick layer of caramel and chocolate chips. The perfect sweet treat!
Servings: 16 bars
Calories: 224kcal
Ingredients
For the Crumble
- 1 cup (125g) plain/all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (90g) quick oats
- ½ cup (100g) light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Filling
- 10 oz (280g) chewy caramels or toffees
- ¼ cup (60ml) evaporated milk
- ½ cup (90g) chocolate chips
Instructions
For the Crumble
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with foil or parchment paper. Set aside.
- Whisk together the flour, oats, sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add the butter and vanilla, and mix in with a fork to form a crumbly mixture.
- Press half of the mixture into the base of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
For the Filling
- Place the caramels and milk in a microwave-safe bowl, and heat in 30 second intervals, stirring after each one, until melted and smooth.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the base, spread out evenly, then sprinkle with the chocolate chips. Top with the remaining crumble mixture, patting it down gently.
- Bake for 20 - 30 minutes or until golden brown on top. Allow to cool completely in the pan on wire rack before cutting into bars.
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Notes
Bars stay fresh, stored in an airtight container, at room temperature or in the fridge for up to 1 week. They also freeze well for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 124mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g