Caramel Nut Bars Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp salt
For the Caramel Nut Filling:
• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ¼ cup honey or corn syrup
• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 cups mixed nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
Instructions:
1. Preheat & Prepare
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Make the Crust
• In a bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
• Press evenly into the baking pan and bake for 15 minutes, until lightly golden.
3. Prepare the Caramel Nut Filling
• In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar.
• Stir in honey (or corn syrup) and heavy cream.
• Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly.
• Remove from heat and mix in vanilla extract and nuts.
4. Assemble & Bake
• Pour the caramel nut mixture over the baked crust, spreading evenly.
• Return to the oven and bake for 15 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
5. Cool & Cut
• Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
• For cleaner cuts, chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before slicing.
6. Enjoy!
• Perfect with coffee or as a dessert treat!
Would you like any variations, like adding chocolate or sea salt?