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Caramel Crush Bars

Sweet and Chewy Caramel Crush Bars You’ll Love

Delicious Caramel Crush Bars made with four simple ingredients that are gluten-free and customizable to suit your cravings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Use certified gluten-free for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Nut Butter Almond, peanut, or sunflower seed butter are good options.
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Can be substituted with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Choose dark, milk, or dairy-free chocolate.
For Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Chopped for added crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruit Cranberries or raisins for sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Cacao Nibs To replace chocolate chips for a less sweet option.
  • Spices Dash of cinnamon or splash of vanilla extract for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Caramel Crush Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, nut butter, maple syrup, and chocolate chips. Mix until well incorporated.
  3. Press the dough into a rectangular shape on the prepared baking sheet, about half an inch thick.
  4. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  5. Allow the bars to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Once cooled, slice into bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

To achieve the best texture, ensure nut butter is smooth and well-mixed. Watch the baking time closely to avoid hard bars.

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