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Decadent Layered Bars

Discover the ultimate Decadent Layered Bars with 4 irresistible layers: chocolate chip cookie, caramel, nougat, and Rice Krispies ganache. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are easy to make and sure to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 12 oz package prepared chocolate chip cookie dough
  • 35 caramels, unwrapped
  • 1 tbsp evaporated milk
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 7 oz jar marshmallow cream
  • 1/3 cup peanut butter
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/3 cup Rice Krispies cereal

Equipment

  • 9x9-inch baking pan
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan. Press the prepared cookie dough evenly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 13-15 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine caramels, evaporated milk, and water, stirring until melted and smooth. Pour over the cooled cookie crust and freeze for 10 minutes.
  3. In the same saucepan, melt butter, sugar, and evaporated milk over medium heat, boiling and then simmering for 10 minutes. Combine marshmallow cream and peanut butter, then mix with the hot sugar mixture. Pour over the caramel layer and freeze for 10 minutes.
  4. Heat cream in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Pour over chocolate chips and stir until smooth, then stir in Rice Krispies. Spread ganache over the nougat layer.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Make sure to cool each layer completely before adding the next one for the best texture. Use a sharp knife dipped in hot water to cut the bars cleanly for neat squares. Feel free to experiment with toppings or different types of chocolate. Storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator helps maintain freshness for up to 5 days.
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