Caramel Nut Fudge Bars are the perfect blend of chewy, gooey, and nutty goodness. These bars feature a buttery base layered with rich caramel, crunchy nuts, and smooth chocolate fudge. Perfect for parties, holidays, or an indulgent snack, they offer a satisfying mix of sweet and salty flavors that melt in your mouth with every bite. Easy to prepare and hard to resist, these bars will quickly become your favorite dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup melted butter
- 1 package (14 oz) caramels
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- 1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped mixed nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly.
- Press half of the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- While the crust bakes, melt caramels with heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the baked crust with chocolate chips and chopped nuts.
- Pour the melted caramel evenly over the top.
- Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer and gently press it down.
- Bake again for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely before cutting into bars. Store in an airtight container.
Servings
Makes about 24 bars.
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
Calories: 240
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Sugar: 18g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Sodium: 90mg
Notes
You can use any combination of nuts you like for added flavor variety. For a richer taste, drizzle extra melted chocolate on top once cooled. Let the bars cool completely before cutting to prevent them from breaking apart.
Tips
- Chill the bars before slicing for clean and even cuts.
- Substitute caramel candies with homemade caramel sauce if desired.
- Add a pinch of sea salt on top for a sweet-salty contrast.
- Store in the refrigerator to keep the caramel firm and chewy.
