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Cadbury Egg Caramel Cookie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Hugo
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 cookie bars 1x

Description

Delight in these decadent Cadbury Egg Caramel Cookie Bars featuring a buttery cookie base packed with crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs, topped with a luscious, smooth Werther’s caramel layer. Perfect for chocolate and caramel lovers, these bars combine rich sweetness and a satisfying chewy texture, baked to golden perfection in just over half an hour.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup (222g) salted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (246g) brown sugar
  • 1 cup (230g) granulated sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups (342g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 cups crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs

Caramel Layer

  • 40 Werther’s soft caramels (2 small packages)
  • 1/2 cup (55mL) sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Heat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a 9×9 inch pan with parchment paper or coat it with non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Crush Cadbury Mini Eggs: Place 2 cups of crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs into a bowl and set aside for later use in the dough.
  3. Mix Butter and Sugars: Using a stand mixer, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes smooth, light, and fluffy, which typically takes a couple of minutes.
  4. Add Egg and Vanilla: Scrape down the sides of the bowl, then add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine Dry Ingredients and Mini Eggs: Stop the mixer, then add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix at low speed until partially combined, then add the crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs. Continue mixing until the dough is evenly combined.
  6. Melt Caramel Mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt 40 Werther’s soft caramels with 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until the caramel is smooth. Set this aside.
  7. Assemble Layers: Divide the cookie dough in half. Press one half evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the base layer. Pour and spread the caramel mixture evenly over this dough layer. Then, distribute the remaining dough in portions over the caramel layer, covering it completely but allowing some texture to show.
  8. Bake: Place the assembled pan into the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 35 minutes. Look for a golden brown top and a set middle to know when it’s done.
  9. Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing to your preferred size for clean cuts.
  10. Store: Keep the cookie bars in a sealed container for up to three days to maintain freshness and softness.

Notes

  • For easier removal, let the bars cool completely before lifting from the pan with the parchment paper.
  • You can substitute Werther’s caramels with any other soft caramel candies if unavailable.
  • Adjust cookie bar thickness by using a smaller or larger pan, but adjust baking time accordingly.
  • Store leftovers at room temperature to keep the bars chewy and soft.
  • Optional: Sprinkle extra crushed Cadbury Mini Eggs on top before baking for added candy crunch and visual appeal.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cadbury Egg cookie bars, caramel cookie bars, candy cookie bars, Easter dessert, holiday treats, chocolate caramel bars

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