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Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Patricia Collins
These Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine layers of buttery cookie dough, gooey caramel, and melty chocolate chips for an indulgent sweet-and-salty treat. Soft, chewy, and rich, they’re perfect for bake sales, potlucks, or when you’re craving a bakery-style dessert that’s easy to make at home. Every bite is a balance of sweetness and sea salt perfection!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 16 bars
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Caramel Mixture:

  • 11 oz soft caramels unwrapped
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt flakes such as Maldon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, sea salt, and baking soda.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
  • Fold in chocolate chips.
  • Press about two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  • In a saucepan, combine caramels and sweetened condensed milk. Heat over low heat, stirring until smooth and melted.
  • Remove from heat and stir in sea salt flakes.
  • Pour caramel mixture evenly over the cookie dough base.
  • Drop spoonfuls of remaining cookie dough over the caramel layer.
  • Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  • Cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

    • Chill dough for 30 minutes if it’s too soft to handle.
    • Use parchment with overhang for easy removal and clean cuts.
    • For extra indulgence, drizzle melted chocolate or caramel on top.
    • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
    • Bars can be frozen for up to 3 months — thaw before serving.