Salted Caramel Nanaimo Bars
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Rich, buttery, and indulgently sweet, these Salted Caramel Nanaimo Bars are a show-stopping dessert that combines the classic Canadian treat with the deep flavor of salted caramel.
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Ingredients
- 200 gbutter(softened)
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gbrown sugar
- 4 eggeggs
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tspbaking soda
- 100 gunsalted butter, softened
- 200 gsalted caramel sauce
- 1 tspsea salt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the baking sheet with a small amount of butter to ensure the bars release easily.
- 2
In a large saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and 100g of the unsalted butter. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
Tip: Be patient, as this process can take about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the caramel turns a deep amber color.
Tip: Use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature, but be careful not to burn yourself.
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly pour in the salted caramel sauce, stirring constantly. Let the mixture cool slightly before transferring it to a bowl to cool completely.
Tip: This is the hardest part – resisting the temptation to taste the caramel!
- 5
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and eggs until light and fluffy. Add the flour, salt, and baking soda, and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this will result in tough bars.
- 6
Press half of the mixture into the bottom of a lined or greased 20x20cm square baking dish.
Tip: Make sure to press the mixture evenly and smoothly.
- 7
Drizzle the cooled caramel sauce over the bottom layer, leaving a 1cm border around the edges.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the caramel evenly.
- 8
Top the caramel with the remaining mixture, pressing it down gently to adhere.
Tip: Make sure to cover the entire surface, as this will help the bars hold their shape.
- 9
Bake the bars for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Tip: Don't overbake, as this will cause the bars to dry out.
- 10
Remove the bars from the oven and sprinkle with sea salt. Let them cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Tip: This is the hardest part – waiting for the bars to cool!
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