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Caramel Candy Bars

Everyone adores these layered caramel bars. They’re so rich that a small portion is enough to satisfy a sweet tooth—but watch out! They still disappear in a flash!

—JEANNIE KLUGH LANCASTER, PA



PREP: 20 MIN. • BAKE: 15 MIN. + CHILLING • MAKES: 2 DOZEN


1/2 cup butter, softened

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/3 cups all-purpose flour

CARAMEL LAYER

1 package (14 ounces) caramels

1/3 cup butter, cubed

1/3 cup evaporated milk

2/3 cups confectioners’ sugar

1 cup chopped pecans

CHOCOLATE DRIZZLE

1/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1 teaspoon shortening

1. Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the flour until blended. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake 12-15 minutes or until the bars are golden brown.

2. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt caramels and butter with milk until smooth, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; stir in confectioners’ sugar and pecans. Spread over crust.

3. In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Drizzle over caramel layer. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or until firm. Cut into bars.