Homemade Sin

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Rich, gooey German chocolate bars with a nutty crust and caramel center
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This decadent German chocolate bar, affectionately known as “Homemade Sin,” is a rich and satisfying dessert that balances sweet caramel with crunchy nuts. The base is a buttery, cake-mix crust that holds up to a luscious layer of melted caramels and chocolate chips. It’s the perfect treat for potlucks, holidays, or when you just need a sweet indulgence. Simple to assemble and bake, these bars offer a homemade twist on classic candy flavors. They are easy to store and always disappear quickly from the serving platter.

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Homemade Sin

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 126.3

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This decadent German chocolate bar, affectionately known as "Homemade Sin," is a rich and satisfying dessert that balances sweet caramel with crunchy nuts. The base is a buttery, cake-mix crust that holds up to a luscious layer of melted caramels and chocolate chips. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect treat for potlucks, holidays, or when you just need a sweet indulgence. Simple to assemble and bake, these bars offer a homemade twist on classic candy flavors. They are easy to store and always disappear quickly from the serving platter.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, melted margarine, 1/3 cup of the evaporated milk, and chopped nuts. Mix until a thick, crumbly dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough mixture in half. Press one half firmly into the bottom of a greased 13x9 inch baking pan to form the crust.
  4. Bake the crust for 6 minutes.
  5. While the crust bakes, melt the caramels with the remaining 1/3 cup of evaporated milk in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
  6. Remove the partially baked crust from the oven. Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot crust.
  7. Spread the warm caramel mixture over the chocolate chips.
  8. Crumble the remaining dough mixture over the caramel layer, pressing down lightly to adhere.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
  10. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 126.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.4g6%
Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
Cholesterol 11.3mg4%
Sodium 66.2mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 21.6g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 20.3g
Protein 3.6g8%

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

Note

Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean squares and prevent the caramel layer from sliding.

You can substitute butter for margarine for a richer flavor. Pecans or walnuts work best for the nut component.

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.

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