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Caramel Walnut Bars

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These Caramel Walnut Bars are the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a buttery shortbread-like crust packed with crunchy walnuts. The center is a luscious, gooey layer of melted caramels and sweetened condensed milk that oozes with every bite. Topped with more walnut-studded crumbs, these bars offer a perfect balance of chewy, crunchy, and smooth textures. They are incredibly easy to make and perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a rainy afternoon. The deep nutty flavor pairs beautifully with the rich caramel, making them a timeless classic that families love.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10
Calories: 969.2
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Caramel Walnut Bars are the ultimate comfort dessert, featuring a buttery shortbread-like crust packed with crunchy walnuts. The center is a luscious, gooey layer of melted caramels and sweetened condensed milk that oozes with every bite. Topped with more walnut-studded crumbs, these bars offer a perfect balance of chewy, crunchy, and smooth textures. They are incredibly easy to make and perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a rainy afternoon. The deep nutty flavor pairs beautifully with the rich caramel, making them a timeless classic that families love.
Ingredients
  • 2 cups FLOUR
  • 3/4 cups WALNUTS, CHOPPED
  • 3/4 cups PACKED LIGHT BROWN SUGAR
  • 24 whole CARAMELS, UNWRAPPED
  • 1 whole EGG, BEATEN
  • 14 oz SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK
  • 3/4 cups BUTTER
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/3 cup brown sugar, and 1 beaten egg.
  3. 3
    Cut in 1/2 cup softened butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. 4
    Stir in 3/4 cup chopped walnuts.
  5. 5
    Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  6. 6
    Bake the crust for 15 minutes.
  7. 7
    Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan over low heat, melt 24 unwrapped caramels with 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk and the remaining 1/4 cup butter, stirring constantly until smooth.
  8. 8
    Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the partially baked crust.
  9. 9
    Sprinkle the reserved walnut crumb mixture evenly over the top.
  10. 10
    Bake for another 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  11. 11
    Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
  12. 12
    Store loosely covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 969.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 40.4g63%
Saturated Fat 24.0g120%
Cholesterol 190.0mg64%
Sodium 352.5mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 135.6g46%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 44.8g
Protein 15.7g32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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