I have also taped myself preparing these Carmelitas in the video below.
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Warm up in the microwave for a few seconds if desired.Oh, they will be sticky and deliciously gooey, but they shouldn’t be overly messy. If you let them completely cool, the caramel shouldn’t ooze from everywhere when you pick them up.You don’t want the bars to actually crumble. Be sure to really press in the crust, particularly the bottom.It is best to allow it to cool before cutting into bars, as the bars are more likely to fall apart if they haven’t been cooled. Crumble the remaining oatmeal mixture evenly of the top. Press just slightly into the caramel sauce.I pour it in zig zags because it may not completely cover the oat mixture and that’s fine. Make the caramel sauce. In a small saucepan over low-medium heat, add the caramel bits.(Photo 1- before baking) Bake for 10 minutes. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 8×8 pan. Stir in melted butter and mix until evenly crumbly and wet. Make the Oat Crumble mixture. In a large mixing bowl, mix flour, oats, sugar, baking soda, and salt.The recipe quantities and notes are further down the page, but these quick instructions give you an idea of how it all comes together. Carefully place the can in the saucepan, ensuring there’s enough water to completely cover the can at all times, topping up water frequently throughout the cooking process. Sweetened Condensed Milk -Bring a pot of water to a boil.If you use a thicker jarred variety, if it is thick enough, you may just need to zap it in the microwave a few seconds to pour over the Carmelites. Bring to a slight boil, stirring constantly and boil 1-3 minutes. In a small saucepan, combine them with a whisk.
CARAMEL SAUCE WITH CARAMEL BITS PLUS
Caramel Sauce ( the kind you squeeze over ice cream like this ) – 1 ½ cups caramel topping plus ½ cup flour. Caramel Squares– 32 squares plus ⅓ cup whipping cream. Caramel Bits – 1 ½ cups plus ⅓ cup whipping cream. Here are the three methods and how much I have tried: They are still amazing though so choose which ever method. However, I generally find that the caramel flavor isn’t quite as pronounced. In a pinch, you can use a store-bought thick caramel topping. Making caramel sauce from scratch has a more rich, buttery style caramel flavor. but you can substitute 32 caramel squares like these. My personal preference is to use these caramel nibs, because the flavor is rich and buttery just like caramel should be. There are a few ways to make the caramel sauce in a pinch. Whipping Cream: We use this to make the caramel sauce to keep the sauce thick but thin it out just enough to pour over the crust. Cut it into tablespoon sized pieces and pop in the microwave for a few seconds.īrown Sugar: Light or Dark Brown Sugar both work well, although dark brown sugar has a little more moisture in it.īaking Soda: For proper rising, always make sure your baking soda is fresh and hasn’t expired. The butter must be softened but not melted. I am a fan of dark chocolate, so that’s what I use.īutter: I use unsalted butter but salted should be fine. There is a section below explaining how you can use store-bought caramel sauce from a squeeze bottle below.Ĭhocolate Chips: Use whatever brand you like most. However, it can be done with either depending on what texture you like.Ĭaramels: I use either caramel bits or Kraft caramel squares generally. Quick oats bake faster and produce a doughier consistency. Old Fashioned Oats: I much prefer Old Fashioned Oats for this recipe. Here is an overview of what you will need to make these dessert bars with notes on substitutions below.įlour: I use all-purpose flour, but wheat will also work as a 1:1 substitution in the oat bars. So grab a cold glass of milk or Iced Coffee and prepare to lick the crumbs off your dessert plate. Last minute bake sale dropped in your lap? No problem! Carmelitas are the perfect dessert when you’re in a pinch. They’re quick to prepare and simple enough for a novice baker to master. It’s no surprise that they’re a huge hit everywhere I bring them. Drooling yet?Ĭarmelitas are chocolatey bites of Heaven and you don’t need a fancy mixer or a ton of dirty dishes. Imagine sweet caramel encased in a soft oatmeal cookie, finished off with a delicious sprinkling of chocolate chips. Out of all of the desserts I’ve made throughout the years, cookies remain the perennial favorite!Ĭue this Oatmeal Carmelita Bars recipe. I’m never short on taste testers on baking day. It’s no secret we’ve got a houseful of sweet tooths.
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