These Caramelitas are an indulgent dessert packed with gooey caramel, melty chocolate, and a buttery oat crust. The perfect treat for any occasion, they’re rich, chewy, and incredibly easy to make!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Decadent & Gooey: A perfect blend of caramel, chocolate, and oats.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and steps for a foolproof dessert.
- Great for Sharing: Perfect for parties, bake sales, or gifting.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 bag soft caramels (about 11 oz)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan and set aside.
2. Make the Caramel Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine soft caramels and heavy cream.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the caramel melts and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Oat Crust
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, flour, oats, and baking soda.
- Mix until well combined.
- Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake the Bottom Layer
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the crust.
- Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the chocolate chips.
5. Add the Top Layer & Bake Again
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer, covering it evenly.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
6. Cool & Serve
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
Pro Tips for the Best Caramelitas
- Use Soft Caramels: For the smoothest texture, melt them gently with cream.
- Cool Completely: Let the bars set before cutting for the best consistency.
- Try Different Chocolates: Use dark, milk, or white chocolate for variety.
Storing Caramelitas
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate: Keep in the fridge for up to a week.
- Freeze: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
Caramelitas Recipe
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
Description
These Caramelitas are an indulgent dessert packed with gooey caramel, melty chocolate, and a buttery oat crust. The perfect treat for any occasion, they’re rich, chewy, and incredibly easy to make!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 3/4 cup melted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 bag soft caramels (about 11 oz)
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan and set aside.
2. Make the Caramel Sauce
- In a small saucepan, combine soft caramels and heavy cream.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the caramel melts and the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
3. Prepare the Oat Crust
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, flour, oats, and baking soda.
- Mix until well combined.
- Press half of the oat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake the Bottom Layer
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the crust.
- Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the chocolate chips.
5. Add the Top Layer & Bake Again
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer, covering it evenly.
- Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
6. Cool & Serve
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes