Gooey Carmelitas
Experience the bliss of carmelitas, a delightful dessert that combines layers of rich caramel, chocolate, and hearty oats. These buttery bars are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy movie night or a festive gathering. Easy to make and incredibly satisfying, each bite delivers a symphony of flavors that will leave your friends begging for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 oz soft caramels (unwrapped)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
- Sea salt (to taste)
- Optional: ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and softened butter until crumbly. Reserve one cup of this mixture for topping.
- Melt unwrapped caramels with heavy cream over low heat until smooth and pour half over the crust base in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips and optional pecans over the caramel layer.
- Crumble the reserved oat mixture on top to create an even covering.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute chocolate chips with butterscotch or peanut butter chips. You can store leftover carmelitas in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or reheat them in the microwave for a warm treat.