Layered Peanut Caramel Bars: A Sweet Indulgence
If you’re a fan of the combination of chocolate, caramel, and peanuts, these layered peanut caramel bars are going to be your new favorite treat. These bars are rich, sweet, and have the perfect balance of textures—from the crunch of peanuts to the gooeyness of caramel and the smoothness of chocolate. They’re perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you need a little sweet indulgence. Here’s how to make them at home.
Ingredients:
For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Caramel Layer:
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Layer:
2 cups semisweet or milk chocolate chips
2 tablespoons unsalted butter.
For the Toppings:
1 1/2 cups salted peanuts, roughly chopped
1/2 cup mini marshmallows (optional)
1/2 cup butterscotch chips (optional).
