Better Than Anything Bars
Gooey, chewy, and chocolatey dessert bars made with simple pantry ingredients—perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup caramel sauce Store-bought or homemade
Mix-ins
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Or mix of dark and semi-sweet
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (optional) For topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
Mixing Wet Ingredients
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter with the brown and granulated sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combining Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently.
- Press about half of the dough into the prepared baking dish, drizzle caramel sauce over it, and then drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough on top.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set in the center. Allow to cool completely before cutting.
- If using sea salt, sprinkle on top after cooling.
Serving Suggestion
- Serve slightly warm with a scoop of ice cream or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
These bars freeze well. Wrap individual bars and store in an airtight container. To refresh, warm in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.