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Carmelitas

Carmelitas

Enjoy the sweet, buttery indulgence of Carmelitas, a delicious treat combining chocolate and gooey caramel.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 43 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Sweet Moments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted butter ensures a rich, tender base for your Carmelitas.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed for extra moisture and depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness and adds a fragrant touch to the dough.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides the structure needed to hold everything together.
  • 1 cup Old-Fashioned Rolled Oats Gives a hearty texture and nuttiness to the crust.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the crust rise for a lighter texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt A pinch balances sweetness and enhances flavor; separates out for later use.
For the Filling
  • 14 oz Soft Caramel Candies The star ingredient that creates that deliciously gooey center.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Melts into the caramel, making it pourable and luscious.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Adds a delightful chocolatey richness that pairs perfectly with the caramel.
  • remaining Dough Crumbling the leftover mixture on top creates an irresistible crunch.

Equipment

  • 8x8 inch baking pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to easily lift out the finished squares.
  2. Melt the butter in a medium bowl, then stir in the light brown sugar and vanilla extract until combined and smooth. This creates a beautifully creamy mixture.
  3. Combine the dry ingredients by adding flour, oats, baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix until a thick dough forms that holds together well, resembling cookie dough.
  4. Press half of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 10 minutes, allowing the base to set but not fully bake through yet.
  5. Melt the caramel candies and heavy cream together in a saucepan over low heat until smooth. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt for flavor.
  6. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the baked crust, then carefully pour the warm caramel sauce on top. Crumble the remaining dough over the caramel for that irresistible texture.
  7. Bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, until the edges are browned and the center is bubbly with blissful caramel goodness.
  8. Cool the pan completely for at least 4 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to set beautifully. Lift from the pan and slice into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

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