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Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars

February 14, 2026

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If you love layered desserts with contrasting textures, these Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars are pure magic. They combine a buttery base, silky caramel, crispy crunch, and a rich chocolate topping — all in one irresistible bite. Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or whenever you want a no-fuss treat that tastes bakery-worthy.

This kind of sweet-meets-crunch dessert is always a crowd favorite and photographs beautifully for recipe content.

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✨ Why You’ll Love These Bars

  • Layers of texture: chewy, crunchy, creamy
  • Easy to slice and serve
  • No fancy equipment required
  • Perfect make-ahead dessert
  • Freezer-friendly

📝 Ingredients

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For the Base

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham crackers (or digestive biscuits)
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

For the Caramel Layer

  • 1 cup soft caramel candies (or homemade caramel)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream

For the Crunch Layer

  • 1 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
  • 1/2 cup chopped roasted peanuts (optional)

For the Chocolate Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Base

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

Mix crushed graham crackers, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.

Bake 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.

2️⃣ Make the Caramel Layer

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt caramel candies with heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth.

Pour caramel evenly over the cooled crust.

3️⃣ Add the Crunch

Immediately sprinkle crispy rice cereal (and peanuts if using) over the warm caramel. Gently press down so it adheres.

4️⃣ Melt the Chocolate

Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each.

Spread melted chocolate evenly over the crunch layer.

5️⃣ Chill & Slice

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until fully set.

Lift from pan and slice into bars using a sharp knife (wipe knife between cuts for clean edges).

💡 Pro Tips

  • Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the chocolate before setting for a salted caramel twist.
  • For extra crunch, add crushed pretzels.
  • Use dark chocolate for a richer finish.
  • Slightly warm the knife for cleaner cuts.

🧊 Storage

  • Refrigerator: Up to 1 week
  • Freezer: Up to 3 months

Store in an airtight container between layers of parchment paper.

🍽 Perfect For

  • Holiday dessert trays
  • Bake sales
  • Party platters
  • After-dinner sweet cravings
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