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Knock You Naked Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x

Description

Knock You Naked Bars are a decadent layered dessert featuring a buttery, chocolate chip-studded cookie base, topped with a rich caramel and peanut butter sauce, and finished with dollops of cookie dough baked to golden perfection. This indulgent treat combines classic flavors in a simple bar format perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Bars

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips

Caramel Sauce

  • 5 ounces evaporated milk
  • 14 ounces caramels (1 bag)
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9 x 13 inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. This ensures even distribution of the leavening and seasoning agents.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter, sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
  4. Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next to build a good structure in the dough.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Then stir in the chocolate chips evenly distributing them throughout the dough.
  6. Form Base Layer: Spread half of the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, creating a solid base layer.
  7. Bake Base: Bake the base layer for 8 to 10 minutes or until it begins to set and slightly golden. Remove it from the oven carefully.
  8. Prepare Caramel Sauce: While the base is baking, melt the caramels with the evaporated milk in a double boiler until smooth. Add the peanut butter and stir until thoroughly melted and combined, creating a creamy caramel topping.
  9. Spread Caramel: Pour and spread the warm caramel sauce evenly over the baked cookie base in the pan.
  10. Add Remaining Dough: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining cookie dough over the caramel layer, distributing them evenly but leaving some caramel visible.
  11. Final Bake: Return the pan to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cookie dough topping is lightly golden brown and set.
  12. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares to serve.

Notes

  • Use a double boiler to melt caramel and evaporated milk slowly without burning.
  • Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming.
  • Do not overbake the bars; golden brown edges are ideal to keep them chewy.
  • Allow bars to cool fully before slicing to help them hold their shape.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for extended freshness.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Knock You Naked Bars, chocolate chip caramel bars, peanut butter caramel bars, layered dessert bars, homemade cookie bars

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