Favorite Chocolate Carmel Nut Bars

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Servings: 24 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, gooey bars featuring a crunchy chocolate walnut crust topped with warm caramel and chocolate chips.
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Favorite Chocolate Carmel Nut Bars

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 24 Calories: 322.7

Description

These Favorite Chocolate Caramel Nut Bars are the ultimate homemade dessert, offering a perfect balance of textures and flavors. The base is a crumbly, semi-baked crust made from German chocolate cake mix, walnuts, and chocolate chips, providing a satisfying crunch. The middle layer features smooth, melted caramels and evaporated milk, creating a luscious, gooey filling that binds the bars together. Topped with more walnuts and chocolate chips, each bite delivers a rich combination of sweet caramel, bitter chocolate, and nutty depth. Ideal for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, these bars are easy to assemble and bake. They store well and are always a crowd-pleaser, offering a nostalgic taste that feels both indulgent and comforting.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, 1/2 cup melted margarine or butter, 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts, and 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  3. Press half of this chocolate-walnut mixture firmly onto the bottom of a greased 13x9 inch baking pan.
  4. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove from oven.
  5. While the crust bakes, place the caramels and 1/3 cup of the evaporated milk in a heavy saucepan over low heat. Stir frequently until smooth and melted, then set aside.
  6. Sprinkle 1 cup of the remaining walnuts and 1/2 cup of the remaining chocolate chips over the partially baked crust.
  7. Pour the melted caramel mixture evenly over the nuts and chips, spreading it to the edges of the pan.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining cake mixture over the caramel layer, pressing gently to distribute it evenly.
  9. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup walnuts and 1/2 cup chocolate chips.
  10. Bake for 18 minutes, or until the top is set and lightly golden.
  11. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 322.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.3g22%
Saturated Fat 8.6g43%
Cholesterol 26.3mg9%
Sodium 125.8mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 40.8g14%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 36.7g
Protein 9.2g19%

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

Keywords: chocolate, caramel, bars, dessert, walnuts, german chocolate, baking, sweet, easy, party, homemade, treats
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