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Carmelita Bars


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious layered bars with chewy oats, rich caramel, and melty chocolate. Perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, baking soda, and salt. Stir until crumbly.
  3. Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the oat layer, then drizzle caramel sauce on top. Finally, sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel and press gently.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden brown and fragrant.
  6. Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

Serve warm for best flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for a week.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg