Ah! You’re talking about Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars — the kind of dessert that’s chewy, crunchy, sweet, and chocolatey all in one bite. Here’s a full, easy recipe:
Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars
Ingredients
For the base:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed digestive biscuits)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the caramel layer:
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the chocolate layer:
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon butter or coconut oil (optional, for smoothness)
Optional toppings:
- Chopped nuts (pecans, walnuts, or almonds)
- Sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare the base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Press mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- Make the caramel layer
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, and butter.
- Stir constantly until the mixture thickens slightly and turns golden, about 5–7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and a pinch of salt.
- Layer the caramel
- Pour the warm caramel evenly over the baked base.
- Sprinkle chopped nuts on top if using.
- Add the chocolate layer
- Melt chocolate chips with 1 tablespoon butter in a microwave-safe bowl (30-second intervals, stirring each time) or in a double boiler until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly.
- Chill and set
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, until chocolate is firm.
- Slice into bars and serve.
Tips
- Chewier bars: Don’t overbake the base — just enough to set it.
- For extra crunch: Add a layer of crushed pretzels or cereal between the base and caramel.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
If you want, I can also make a “no-bake” version that’s faster and just as decadent — perfect if you don’t want to heat the oven.
Do you want me to do that?
