Description
Carmelitas deliver pure Minnesota magic with gooey caramel nestled between buttery oat layers. Rich chocolate melts through crisp cookie edges, creating an irresistible dessert bar that invites sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 32 caramel squares, unwrapped
- 6 ounces (170 grams) semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup (170 grams) butter, melted
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) rolled oats
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup (125 grams) flour
- ¾ cup (165 grams) brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Liquid Ingredient:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by lining an 8 or 9-inch square pan with protective foil or parchment, ensuring complete coverage of the base and sides.
- Create a silky caramel sauce by gently melting caramel squares with heavy cream in a saucepan, stirring continuously until achieving a uniform, glossy consistency. Set the luxurious mixture aside.
- Craft the foundational oatmeal base by thoroughly combining melted butter, brown sugar, flour, rolled oats, and baking soda into a cohesive, crumbly mixture.
- Distribute half of the oatmeal mixture evenly across the prepared pan’s bottom, pressing firmly to create a uniform crust.
- Transfer the pan to a preheated 350°F oven and bake the base for approximately 10 minutes until it develops a light golden hue.
- Carefully extract the partially baked crust and strategically layer chocolate chips across the entire surface.
- Gracefully cascade the prepared caramel sauce over the chocolate chips, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Delicately sprinkle the remaining oatmeal mixture across the caramel layer, creating a rustic, textured topping.
- Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, watching for edges to turn a gentle golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the carmelitas to cool completely, enabling the layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Once thoroughly cooled, slice into precise squares and serve, revealing the decadent layers of caramel, chocolate, and oatmeal.
Notes
- Elevate your dessert game with these decadent layered bars that combine rich caramel, smooth chocolate, and buttery oatmeal crust.
- Ensure caramel is fully melted and smooth before pouring to create a silky, even layer throughout the dessert.
- Use parchment paper or foil for easy removal and clean cutting of bars, preventing sticky mess and broken pieces.
- Allow bars to cool completely to set the caramel and chocolate, which helps achieve perfect slice-able texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- Pro tip: Slightly chill the bars before cutting for cleaner, more precise edges that showcase beautiful layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 234
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 54 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg