No Bake Chocolate Caramel Bars
These no bake chocolate caramel bars are layered with rich chocolate, buttery cookie crumbs, and a smooth caramel filling for an easy dessert that tastes like it came from a bakery. They’re perfect for holidays, potlucks, late-night chocolate cravings, or anytime you need a simple make-ahead treat that disappears fast.
Ingredients
Base Layer
- 1½ cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Caramel Layer
- ½ cup creamy almond butter
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
- ¼ tsp salt
Chocolate Topping
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Flaky sea salt for topping optional
Instructions
- Line a 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until a soft dough forms.
- Press mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Chill for 20 minutes until firm.
- In a separate bowl, stir together almond butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and salt until smooth.
- Spread caramel layer evenly over the chilled base. Refrigerate for 30–40 minutes until set.
- Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
- Pour melted chocolate over the caramel layer and spread evenly. Sprinkle with flaky salt if using.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until fully set. Slice into bars or squares using a sharp knife.
Notes
- These bars can be stored in the refrigerator up to 1 week and frozen for up to 2 months.
- This dessert is best sliced cold for clean edges.
- Peanut butter works well for these bars and gives a more classic candy flavor.
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