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Chocolate Chip Caramel Cookie Bars

August 4, 2013

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 If you love caramel and chocolate you’re going to love these bars! Chocolate Chip Caramel Cookie Bars are SO good with a sweet, gooey, caramel center!

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Last week we headed to Disneyland and Universal Studios for a much needed family vacation. A couple of days before we left I had the brilliant idea to stop off at Universal Studios on our way down so we could actually be at Universal Studios for two days instead of just one. Well we arrived around 2 p.m. and after walking the 8 miles from the parking garage down to the lower level where all the rides are, we stood in line for a little over an hour to go on Jurassic Park. Worth it? Yes! The ride was totally awesome!

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The best part was that right after we got off the ride the boys got to “meet” Optimus Prime and Bumblebee. I can’t even begin to tell you how big of Transformers fans my boys are. HUGE! Bryce was totally in his element and was grinning from ear to ear. The boys also got to meet Curious George – so fun! I’m so glad we did that little side-trip on Sunday because by Friday we were so exhausted all I wanted to do was get out of Universal Studios and head home!

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It takes about 7 hours for us to drive to Disneyland, give or take an hour, depending on how many times we stop. I packed all sorts of yummy snacks and treats including these Chocolate Chip Cookie Caramel Bars. The bars were a total hit! The caramel layer is just ridiculous.

Ooey. Gooey. Creamy. Caramel.

Perfection.

Chocolate Chip Caramel Cookie Bars are SO good with a sweet, gooey, caramel center! | MomOnTimeout.com

I left some for my Dad who was taking care of the house while we were gone and he agrees – soooo good. My sister stopped by while we were gone and took several home for herself. She called me to ask how in the world I made the caramel filling 🙂  It’s that good.

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Chocolate Chip Caramel Cookie Bars

If you love caramel and chocolate you’re going to love these bars!  Chocolate Chip Caramel Cookie Bars are SO good with a sweet, gooey, caramel center!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword chocolate chip caramel cookie bars
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 24
Calories 405kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

Caramel Filling

  • 11 oz vanilla caramels 1 bag
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk 1 can
  • 4 tbsp butter

Cookie Dough

  • 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter
  • 2 cups light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 2 eggs room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup old fashioned oats
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Unwrap caramels and place in a small saucepan with butter and sweetened condensed milk.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until caramels have fully melted and the mixture is nice and smooth
  • Cream butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl. Add peanut butter and continue mixing.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each egg. Add in vanilla.
  • Combine flour, oats, baking powder, and salt in a small mixing bowl.
  • Add the flour mixture slowly stirring until well combined.
  • Stir in the chocolate chips.
  • Spread 2/3 of the dough on the bottom of the pan.
  • Slowly pour caramel mixture evenly over the dough.
  • Drop the remaining dough on top by the teaspoon. It doesn't have to be perfect!
  • Bake for about 30 minutes. Let cool completely and then cut into bars.

Nutrition

Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 141mg | Potassium: 231mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 339IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 1mg

If you love caramel you simply MUST give this recipe a try! You’ll love it – pinky promise!

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Comments

  1. Baby names world says

    February 20, 2017 at 10:03 PM

    These look really yummy!

    Reply
  2. Niome says

    October 11, 2014 at 6:20 PM

    This is sooooooooooooooooo good that I had to shread the recipe and then burn it!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      October 12, 2014 at 2:57 PM

      Oh no! LOL! Well I’m glad you enjoyed it while you had it Niome 😉

      Reply
  3. Leia @ Eat It & Say Yum says

    May 7, 2014 at 3:42 PM

    Oh man, I NEED to make these! They look delicious!! Great pictures too, makes them look amazing.

    Reply
    • Leia @ Eat It & Say Yum says

      May 7, 2014 at 7:25 PM

      Just made them, and they were delicious! 🙂

      Reply
  4. brittany says

    April 15, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    I must have done something wrong. Baked it for 45 minutes and all i have is goo.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      April 23, 2014 at 2:43 PM

      Yes, definitely should not be goo Brittany 🙁

      Reply
  5. Mindy says

    March 11, 2014 at 8:04 AM

    Made these yesterday and they were amazing. I was hesitant to include the peanut butter as I am not a big fan of PB cookies and wasn’t sure if I liked the PB and caramel combo but was also afraid to leave it out as it may have changed the cookie texture and left it too dry. I decided to go ahead with the peanut butter and was very pleased with the results. The PB didn’t over power, in fact, a few people couldn’t even tell it had any PB at all but it definitely gave it a bit of extra depth. Also have to say that the caramel filling is my new favorite and I have been putting it in several of my bars now and its a huge hit! Here is one of my favorite recipes with this filling: http://easybaked.net/2011/04/04/caramel-chip-bars/ Thanks for this recipe as I have tried to do caramel filled choc chip cookie bars before but they never came out right. Most recipes call for pre-baking the bottom cookie layer before adding caramel but mine would always end up overbaked then and too crispy. These were perfect!!!!

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    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 18, 2014 at 1:55 PM

      So glad you enjoyed the recipe Mindy and yes, I totally LOVE that caramel filling myself! It works for so many great recipes!

      Reply
  6. Lauri says

    January 19, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    Help! I have everything but vanilla caramels. Do you think you could use the kraft caramel bits instead? I am soooo excited to try these!!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      January 20, 2014 at 7:48 AM

      I think you can Lauri! They are basically the same thing but just chopped up so give it a try 🙂

      Reply
  7. Pam says

    January 13, 2014 at 11:26 PM

    Any idea if these freeze well? I’m trying to create a dessert bar for my son’s wedding and I’d have to make them in advance. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      January 15, 2014 at 11:28 AM

      Same with these Pam. I think it would be fine. I would suggest freezing just a handful of bars overnight, taking them out to thaw at room temperature, and then checking to make sure they held up well.

      Reply
  8. Shay says

    November 24, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    O….M….G! I made this for Sunday dessert with my girls and these cookie bars were the absolute BEST! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 24, 2013 at 7:09 PM

      Yay! That’s so wonderful to hear Shay! Thanks so much for stopping by!!

      Reply
  9. jenni says

    November 13, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    If your allergic to peanut butter, is it possible to leave out the peanut butter? Do i need to add something in its place or would the texture be fine without it?

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    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 18, 2013 at 4:46 PM

      You could try subbing in regular butter for the peanut butter Jenni. Let me know if you give it a shot!

      Reply
  10. Eva says

    October 30, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Omgosh! This recipe has been on my mind for weeks, just waiting for the right time to get em in the oven. Well, today was that day…. until I couldn’t find the recipe! I was sure I found you on Facebook somehow, but I hadn’t shared it. So, I went searching. It took me over an HOUR to find this again! But lemme tell you, I’m baking it today and saving the recipe. No more searching! They look amazing and I can’t wait til I can eat one. 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 4, 2013 at 3:32 PM

      Oh man! It sounds like a lot of work to find the recipe but I’m hoping the bars were worth it 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  11. Emily says

    October 4, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    I just made these today- very good! I think I will try again without the peanut butter- takin to church functions- kids now in days with all the allergies!!

    Reply
  12. Becki says

    October 2, 2013 at 3:00 PM

    My diet has been going so good for a month and a half now and I know tomm. is a cheat day because of these! I can’t wait.

    Reply
  13. Mel says

    September 19, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Hi, I was just wondering how much exactly is 1.5 ‘butter sticks’? We don’t have them in Australia I don’t think?

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      September 24, 2013 at 8:08 PM

      That is 3/4 cups of butter Mel. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  14. Anyonita says

    September 3, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    Oh WOW! These look absoluely stunning! Also, if you’re looking for a new Tuesday party I run Tasty Tuesdays and every post gets pinned! Here’s this week’s party if you’d like to link up: http://anyonitanibbles.blogspot.co.uk/2013/09/tasty-tuesdays-26.html

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      September 3, 2013 at 8:19 AM

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  15. Ila says

    September 2, 2013 at 8:23 PM

    Pinned!!! I love caramel! Can’t wait to try these.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      September 3, 2013 at 8:19 AM

      Thanks so much for the pin!

      Reply
  16. susan says

    August 23, 2013 at 6:05 PM

    They look sooo good but I wish they didn’t have nuts, the title had me thinking I could make these for my kids but we have nut allergies. Is the PB necessary or could I leave it out?

    Reply
    • Marti says

      August 27, 2013 at 8:17 AM

      I used WOW Butter and they turned out great!

      Reply
      • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

        August 28, 2013 at 12:31 PM

        Great substitution Marti! Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 28, 2013 at 3:20 PM

      Hi Susan! You can usually replace peanut butter with butter so give that a try. You need it for the moisture in the bars 🙂

      Reply
  17. Kristen Duke says

    August 19, 2013 at 6:54 PM

    Looks like your boys had a blast!! That layer of caramel looks amazing – trying these out soon!

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    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 22, 2013 at 1:32 PM

      We sure did Kristen – thanks!

      Reply
  18. Jocelyn @BruCrew Life says

    August 18, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    I am dying over the caramel in these glorious bars! I could definitely go for a few of these tonight! Holy yum!!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 22, 2013 at 1:36 PM

      Thanks Jocelyn! The caramel is the best part 🙂

      Reply
  19. kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says

    August 17, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Oh man, these may have to replace my Hello Dollies during the holidays! Yum. And there’s that pretty towel again…with matching dishes!! Love those, girl!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 22, 2013 at 1:45 PM

      LOL! Thanks Kristi!

      Reply
  20. Mackenzie @ Cheerios and Lattes says

    August 16, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    How fun Trish; our boys would love Universal Studios too! So glad you had a great vacation with your guys! These cookie bars look amazing too!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 16, 2013 at 3:20 PM

      Thanks Mackenzie! We really had such a fun time 🙂

      Reply
  21. Joti says

    August 14, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    OMG these are delicious!! I just made a batch last night and they are so yummy! Two questions though: how should I store these? And how long can I keep them for?

    I wanted to keep some to share over the weekend with friends and family.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 16, 2013 at 10:57 AM

      So glad you enjoyed the recipe Joti! Store any leftover bars in an airtight container and they should be good for several days – maybe even a week 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend!

      Reply
  22. Tonia@thegunnysack says

    August 13, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    I love cookie bars and caramel makes everything better, doesn’t it?

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 16, 2013 at 10:58 AM

      I totally agree Tonia – caramel is the best!

      Reply
  23. Megan says

    August 10, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    These look amazing!! Any ideas for an alternative to the Kraft caramels? I live in Africa, and we have condensed milk but no caramels. =(

    Reply
  24. JAmie @lifelovelemons says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:05 AM

    YES. These look unreal!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 8, 2013 at 10:41 AM

      Thank you so much! They were quite yummy 🙂

      Reply
  25. Nancy P.@thebittersideofsweet says

    August 7, 2013 at 4:06 PM

    These bars look absolutely wonderful! Saw them on your Pinterest!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 10, 2013 at 7:15 AM

      Thanks Nancy! They are super yummy 🙂

      Reply
  26. Ala says

    August 7, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    These bars are so totally bookmarked! I’m glad you all were able to get away on a much-needed vacation–I’m still waiting for summer to end so I can make use of my Disneyland annual pass on days that aren’t blacked out 😉 thanks, Trish!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 10, 2013 at 7:16 AM

      Thank you! I wish we lived close enough for annual passes 🙂

      Reply
  27. Chandra@The Plaid and Paisley Kitchen says

    August 7, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    I love how your hubby is in the picture with the Transformers!! Big Boys like toys too!! these cookie bars are out of this world!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 10, 2013 at 7:16 AM

      They sure do Chandra! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  28. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    August 7, 2013 at 9:44 AM

    Absolutely loving the caramel appeal in these cookie bars, yum!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 10, 2013 at 7:17 AM

      Thanks Pamela!!

      Reply
  29. Tina @ Tina's Chic Corner says

    August 6, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    These bad boys caught my eye on pinterest and I simply had to check them out. These look so so good! I could sink my teeth into one right now!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 6, 2013 at 9:35 AM

      Thank you so much Tina! They are SOO good 🙂

      Reply
  30. Megan says

    August 6, 2013 at 8:26 AM

    I’m going to make these tonight for my mommy group. Where did you find vanilla caramels? I can only find the regular ones. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 6, 2013 at 9:36 AM

      You probably have the right caramels Megan. If you picked up KRAFT caramels you’re all good. Look at the package and it should say vanilla – if not – no worries 🙂

      Reply
  31. Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says

    August 5, 2013 at 7:20 PM

    I hope you had an amazing trip! I want to hear all about it. And OMG these bars. NO WORDS.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 6, 2013 at 9:37 AM

      We totally did Dorothy 🙂 Still exhausted but so worth it!

      Reply
  32. Aubrey @ Real Housemoms says

    August 5, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    These look crazy ridiculous and I’m sad they’re not already in my mouth! I can’t wait to make them. I lived just north of Universal for 7 years and never once went. We have to visit sometime soon I’m sure my boys would love it.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 5, 2013 at 7:08 PM

      Thanks Aubrey! We had a blast and the boys just LOVED it 🙂 So fun!

      Reply
  33. marcie@flavorthemoments says

    August 4, 2013 at 7:35 PM

    What a fun trip, and these bars look incredible! So ooey gooey with all of that caramel.

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    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 5, 2013 at 7:12 PM

      We had such a good time Marcie 🙂 Yeah, that caramel is what makes these bars!

      Reply
  34. Jenn says

    August 4, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    These do look like perfection!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 5, 2013 at 7:14 PM

      Thanks Jenn! They sure were easy to eat 😉

      Reply
  35. Nanette says

    August 4, 2013 at 4:32 PM

    These look evil, but soo delicious. Seeing some of your other recipes in the suggestions, they look good and evil too!!

    And it took you 7 hours to get from Universal to Disney?? I live in Orlando, just don’t see how that is possible.

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    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 5, 2013 at 7:15 PM

      Hi Nanette! Thank you so much!! They really are 🙂 It takes us 7 hours to get from our home in Sacramento to Disneyland 🙂 I think we’re mixing up Disney World and Disneyland here. Universal Studios, Hollywood, is about an hour from Disneyland.

      Reply
      • Ali says

        September 13, 2013 at 3:28 PM

        These look super yummy. Def going to make! I’m from Sacramento too. It’s always nice to meet people from my hometown =)

        Reply
        • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

          September 18, 2013 at 6:56 PM

          Oh wow! A local reader 🙂 So nice to meet you Ali and so glad you stopped by!

          Reply
  36. Averie @ Averie Cooks says

    August 4, 2013 at 3:30 PM

    Pinned! I love caramel. And sweetened cond milk. And recipes that have tons of texture. Way to rock a cakemix-free base and use oats. So good I bet!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      August 5, 2013 at 7:16 PM

      Thanks for the pin Averie! The bars were super good and that caramel is just awesome 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply

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