Salted Caramel Brown Sugar Pop Tart Cookie Bars
Cozy and chewy cookie bars infused with rich brown sugar and gooey salted caramel, perfect for dessert emergencies and nostalgic cravings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar Light brown sugar is preferred, but dark brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup butter, softened Ensure it's softened, not melted, for the right texture.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup salted caramel sauce Can be store-bought or homemade.
- 1 cup icing sugar For drizzling.
- Pinch sea salt Optional, but recommended for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt until a thick dough forms.
- Press about half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the salted caramel sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the top of the caramel layer.
Baking
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden and the top is set.
- Let it cool until slightly warm, then drizzle with icing sugar mixed with a little liquid to create a thick glaze.
- Sprinkle with sea salt before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
These cookie bars freeze well, making them ideal for meal prep. They can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.