Description
Better Than Anything Bars are the ultimate dessert indulgence, perfect for any occasion. These gooey, rich bars feature a buttery cookie base layered with semi-sweet chocolate chips and a luscious caramel center, all topped with a sprinkle of sea salt to enhance the flavor. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself at home, these bars are sure to impress with their decadent taste and satisfying texture. Easy to whip up and even easier to enjoy, they truly live up to their name!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Spread half of the dough in the prepared baking dish, drizzle with caramel sauce, then drop spoonfuls of remaining dough over the top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg