Description
These Irresistible Salted Caramel Butter Bars combine a buttery, sweet base with rich caramel and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With a crisp golden crust and gooey caramel topping, these bars satisfy any sweet craving in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup sea salt flakes
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the ideal temperature for baking the bars evenly.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, forming a creamy base for the dough.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until a smooth dough forms, making sure the ingredients are fully combined.
- Press Dough into Pan: Transfer the dough into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, pressing it evenly to form a flat base layer.
- Add Caramel Sauce: Pour 1 cup of caramel sauce evenly over the dough base, spreading gently without disturbing the layer underneath.
- Sprinkle Sea Salt: Evenly sprinkle 1/2 cup of sea salt flakes over the caramel layer to add a delightful salty contrast to the sweetness.
- Bake: Bake the assembled bars in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges and top have turned a light golden brown.
- Cool and Slice: Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 24 squares to serve.
Notes
- Ensure butter is softened for easier creaming with sugars.
- Use a high-quality caramel sauce or homemade caramel for best flavor.
- Press the dough firmly and evenly to prevent uneven baking.
- Allow bars to cool completely to let the caramel set and avoid messy slices.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
