{"id":281,"date":"2025-08-10T09:46:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-10T16:46:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/new.sugarhero.com\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars\/"},"modified":"2025-08-13T12:21:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T19:21:41","slug":"salted-caramel-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/salted-caramel-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Salted Caramel Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><em>Salted Caramel Bars have a buttery shortbread base and a topping of rich, chewy caramel. A crunchy dusting of flaked sea salt on top is the perfect finishing touch!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" data-pin-description=\"Salted Caramel Bars have a buttery shortbread base and a topping of rich, chewy caramel. A crunchy dusting of flaked sea salt on top is the perfect finishing touch!\" data-pin-title=\"Salted Caramel Bars\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of 2 stacked salted caramel bars with the caramel pulled on the top bar.\" class=\"wp-image-74896\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/salted-caramel-bars-3-vert.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%a4%8e-caramel-cookie-bars\">&#129294; Caramel Cookie Bars <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I can&rsquo;t believe I&rsquo;m saying this, but today I&rsquo;m sharing a recipe where I intentionally resisted adding extra chocolate. I KNOW. I&rsquo;m shocked too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although these Salted Caramel Bars <em>would be delicious with chocolate<\/em>, they are totally dreamy without it, and that&rsquo;s not something I say lightly!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>These bars have three basic components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Shortbread crust: <\/strong>The crust is crisp, buttery, and SUPER easy to make.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caramel topping: <\/strong>This rich caramel has the perfect texture: it&rsquo;s chewy without being sticky, and sweet without being cloying, thanks to the generous spoonful of kosher salt in the recipe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sea salt flakes: <\/strong>The best part of each bar is the scattering of large sea salt flakes. They add crunch and a savory bite that perfectly contrasts with the caramel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These caramel shortbread bars also have the perfect crust to caramel ratio&ndash;both layers are about equal, which is just the way I like it! Too much crust and you&rsquo;ll have a dry bar cookie, but too much caramel can make it too chewy. The solution of equal parts shortbread and caramel balances everything out. Total perfection!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-tip is-style-border has-background has-pattern-secondary-background-color\"><div class=\"cwp-inner\">\n\n<p class=\"block-tip__title is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">&#127851; Similar Recipes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;m a dedicated candy bar lover! I love making <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/candy\/\">candy recipes<\/a> that incorporate chocolate, a rich gooey filling, and a crunchy cookie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&rsquo;t believe me? Check out these beloved favorites: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/caramel-shortbread-squares\/\">Caramel Shortbread Squares<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/twix-kat-candy-bars\/\">Twix Kat Candy Bars<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/salted-honey-walnut-bars\/\">Salted Honey Walnut Bars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"adthrive-video-player in-post\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\" data-video-id=\"6XNVih12\" data-player-type=\"\" override-embed=\"\">\n\t\t\t<meta itemprop=\"uploadDate\" content=\"2017-05-02T00:00:00.000Z\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Salted Caramel Bars\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"description\" content=\"These Salted Caramel Bars from SugarHero.com have a buttery shortbread base and a topping of rich, chewy caramel. A crunchy dusting of flaked sea salt on top is the perfect finishing touch!\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/thumbs\/6XNVih12-720.jpg\">\n\t\t<meta itemprop=\"contentUrl\" content=\"https:\/\/content.jwplatform.com\/videos\/6XNVih12.mp4\">\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\" open><summary><span><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><\/span><\/summary><ul><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%a4%8e-caramel-cookie-bars\">&#129294; Caramel Cookie Bars <\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%a7%bewhat-youll-need\">&#129534;What You&rsquo;ll Need<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#wprm-recipe-container-20367\">Salted Caramel Bars Recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#tips\">&#128161; Important Tips For Caramel Success<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-description=\"Salted Caramel Bars have a buttery shortbread base and a topping of rich, chewy caramel. A crunchy dusting of flaked sea salt on top is the perfect finishing touch! #SugarHero #BarCookie #SaltedCaramel #Shortbread #Candy\" data-pin-title=\"Salted Caramel Bars\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5.jpg\" alt=\"Image of a hand twisting a Salted Caramel Bar to show soft texture.\" class=\"wp-image-20371\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/01\/salted-caramel-bars-5.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"%f0%9f%a7%bewhat-youll-need\">&#129534;What You&rsquo;ll Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Ingredients<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get ready for an amazing treat! Check out these ingredient tips as you gather everything you&rsquo;ll need. You can get full ingredient amounts in the <a href=\"#recipe\">printable recipe card<\/a> below. (<em>Links are affiliate links and I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shortbread Crust<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Granulated sugar<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Unsalted butter and salt:<\/span><\/strong> The butter gives richness to the crust and helps to bind it together. I always recommend using unsalted butter and adding a precise amount of salt. If you only have salted butter, omit the additional salt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Large egg yolk:<\/span><\/strong> Make sure to use the yolk from a large egg. If you need more guidance, check out this tutorial about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/how-to-separate-eggs\/\">How to Separate Eggs (Four Different Ways!)<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">All-purpose flour<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caramel<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Unsalted butter:<\/span><\/strong> This recipe is made with lots of butter because that&rsquo;s what makes the bars so rich and luxurious. It&rsquo;s best to use <em>unsalted<\/em> butter. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Light brown sugar:<\/span><\/strong> For deep rich caramel flavor. Either use a kitchen scale, or lightly pack the sugar into the measuring cup to get the correct amount.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Light corn syrup:<\/span><\/strong> Adds sweetness and body. <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3VxkBwt\" data-eafl-id=\"53298\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Light corn syrup<\/a> also helps to <a href=\"#tips\">prevent crystalization<\/a>, which sometimes occurs due to the grittiness of brown sugar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Kosher salt:<\/span><\/strong> Regular table salt is very dense and tends to have a harsher, &lsquo;saltier&rsquo; flavor than kosher salt. If you only have table salt, it will still work fine, but you&rsquo;ll need to reduce the amount to a 1\/2 teaspoon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Granulated sugar<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Heavy cream:<\/span><\/strong> A bit of heavy whipping cream makes the caramel extra-luscious.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Vanilla extract:<\/span><\/strong> Use your favorite brand or this <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dFNvH3\" data-eafl-id=\"64154\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla<\/a> (my fave!) for flavor. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #ffedf1 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Large-flaked sea salt:<\/span><\/strong> Sprinkling <a href=\"amzn.to\/2SOo2Po\" data-eafl-id=\"75049\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">large-flaked sea salt<\/a> on top of the bars adds visual interest, a touch of crunch, and glorious contrasting flavor. If you don&rsquo;t have it, you can skip it and the bars will still be tasty. I don&rsquo;t recommend using fine table or kosher salt sprinkled on top &ndash; it can make the bars too salty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2.jpg\" alt=\"Salted Caramel Bars - great when dunked in chocolate, but also delicious when eaten plain! | From SugarHero.com\" class=\"wp-image-20359\" title=\"Salted Caramel Bars - buttery shortbread, soft and chewy caramel, and crunchy sea salt! | From SugarHero.com\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-768x1151.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"equipment\"><span style=\"\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Equipment<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Having the right equipment can make your baking experience more successful. Here&rsquo;s what I recommend for this recipe: (<em>Links are affiliate links and I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fceeb5 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">9&times;9 baking pan:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>I like to use a metal <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2PF9ZyD\" data-eafl-id=\"60530\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">9&times;9-inch baking pan<\/a> with straight sides and square corners&ndash;it&rsquo;s one of the secrets to cutting nice even bars without rounded edges. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fceeb5 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Parchment paper:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>Use a strip long enough that excess hangs over the sides. You can use the excess <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3jCnm1r\" data-eafl-id=\"52679\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">parchment paper<\/a> like handles to lift the bars out of the pan. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fceeb5 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Medium saucepan:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>The caramel mixture will triple in size as it heats up. It&rsquo;s important to use a large enough saucepan to accomodate the change in size, a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2IMmR2I\" data-eafl-id=\"53668\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">3-quart saucepan<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Du6grc\" data-eafl-id=\"53669\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">4-quart saucepan<\/a> will both work well. Use a heavy-bottomed pan to prevent scorching and uneven heating.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fceeb5 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Candy thermometer:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>Truly, a <strong>must<\/strong> for making perfect caramel. I can&rsquo;t overemphasize the importance of using a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DbMCCk\" data-eafl-id=\"51970\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">candy thermometer<\/a> for this recipe. Check out the <a href=\"#tips\">Tips<\/a> section below for more information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;background: linear-gradient(to bottom, transparent 65%, #fceeb5 35%)\" class=\"ugb-highlight\">Pastry brush:<\/span>&nbsp;<\/strong>To prevent crystallization (and thus grainy caramel) use a wet <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3JTlYle\" data-eafl-id=\"59223\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">pastry brush<\/a> to wipe around the inside walls of the saucepan during cooking. The brush will remove excess sugar crystals and prevent larger ones from forming.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" data-pin-title=\"Salted Caramel Bars\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4.jpg\" alt=\"Hand sprinkling flaked sea salt on a Salted Caramel Bar.\" class=\"wp-image-20361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-tip is-style-cupcake has-background has-pattern-tertiary-background-color\"><div class=\"cwp-inner\">\n\n<p class=\"block-tip__title is-style-heading\">Ready to Make These?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li>Get the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"#recipe\">recipe below<\/a><\/strong> &#128071;&#128071;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read important <strong><a href=\"#tips\">FAQs<\/a><\/strong> and&nbsp;more<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"block-quick-links cwp-large style-square layout-grid\"><div class=\"block-quick-links__header\">\n\n<p class=\"is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">&#129379; More Desserts You&rsquo;ll Love<\/p>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"block-quick-links__inner\"><a 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src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close up of a Double Caramel Popcorn Brownie on a gold wrapper.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/10\/double-caramel-popcorn-brownies-square-1-featured-image.jpg\"><span>Double Caramel Popcorn Brownies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/black-sesame-shortbread-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Black Sesame Shortbread Cookies in front of a cannister of black sesame seeds.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/black-sesame-shortbread-square-FEATURED-IMAGE.jpg\"><span>Black Sesame Shortbread Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Teal and gold box of Caramelized White Chocolate Truffles with bite taken out of top truffle.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/caramelized-white-chocolate-truffles-5-featured-image.jpg\"><span>Caramelized White Chocolate Truffles<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-sandwich-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close up of a stack of Spicy Chocolate Caramel Sandwich Cookies showing buttercream and gooey caramel.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/spicy-chocolate-caramel-cookies-8-featured-image.jpg\"><span>Spicy Chocolate Caramel Sandwich Cookies<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts-square-3-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Baileys Chocolate Caramel Tart on a white plate with caramel dripping out\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts-square-3-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts-square-3-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts-square-3-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts-square-3-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/baileys-chocolate-caramel-tarts-square-3-400x400.jpg 400w, 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onkeypress=\"window.WPRecipeMaker.userRating.click(this, event)\" style=\"font-size: 1em;\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g transform=\"translate(0, 0)\"><polygon fill=\"none\" stroke=\"var(--wp--custom--color--star)\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"square\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" points=\"12,2.6 15,9 21.4,9 16.7,13.9 18.6,21.4 12,17.6 5.4,21.4 7.3,13.9 2.6,9 9,9 \" stroke-linejoin=\"miter\"><\/polygon><\/g><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-details wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-average\">3<\/span> from <span class=\"wprm-recipe-rating-count\">4<\/span> votes<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Salted Caramel Bars have a buttery shortbread base and a topping of rich, chewy caramel. A crunchy dusting of flaked sea salt on top is the perfect finishing touch!<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">30<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-custom-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-custom-time-label\">Chill and Setting Time<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-hours\">3<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-custom_time wprm-recipe-custom_time-minutes\">20<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-custom_time-unit wprm-recipe-custom_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">4<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Yields<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-20367 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-text-buttons wprm-block-text-bold\" data-recipe=\"20367\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\" data-button-background=\"#d2016f\" data-button-accent=\"#ffffff\" data-button-radius=\"3px\">20<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-bold\">small bars<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-20367-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-20367-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"20367\" data-servings=\"20\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-20367-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"--wprm-toggle-button-background: var(--wp--preset--color--background);--wprm-toggle-button-accent: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);--wprm-toggle-button-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"20\" data-recipe=\"20367\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"20\" data-recipe=\"20367\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"20\" data-recipe=\"20367\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><div class=\"wprm-unit-conversion-container wprm-unit-conversion-container-20367 wprm-unit-conversion-container-buttons wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);border-radius: 0;\"><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion wprmpuc-active\" data-system=\"1\" data-recipe=\"20367\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to US Standard\">US Standard<\/button><button class=\"wprm-unit-conversion\" data-system=\"2\" data-recipe=\"20367\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--senary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--background);border-left: 1px solid var(--wp--preset--color--senary);\" aria-label=\"Change unit system to Metric\">Metric<\/button><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Crust:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3.5 oz granulated sugar, [adjustable](&frac12; cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(&frac12; cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2 tsp kosher salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">kosher salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;5 oz unsalted butter, melted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 large egg yolk, whisked\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large egg yolk<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">whisked<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;7.5 oz all-purpose flour, [adjustable](1 &#8532; cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">7.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all-purpose flour<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(1 &#8532; cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Caramel Layer:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;8 oz unsalted butter, [adjustable](1 cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">unsalted butter<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(1 cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;7.5 oz light brown sugar, [adjustable](1 cup, lightly packed)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">7.5<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VVXRfl\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">light brown sugar<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(1 cup, lightly packed)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;8.25 oz light corn syrup, [adjustable](&frac34; cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">8.25<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3VxkBwt\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">light corn syrup<\/a><\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(&frac34; cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 tsp kosher salt, can be replaced with 1\/2 tsp regular table salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">kosher salt<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">can be replaced with 1\/2 tsp regular table salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1.75 oz granulated sugar, [adjustable](&frac14; cup)[\/adjustable]\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1.75<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">granulated sugar<\/span>, <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\"><span class=\"wprm-dynamic-quantity\">(&frac14; cup)<\/span><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4 cup heavy cream\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">heavy cream<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2 tsp vanilla extract\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\">&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3dFNvH3\" data-eafl-id=\"64154\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">vanilla extract<\/a><\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;Large-flaked sea salt, for garnish\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text 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Prepare a 9-by-9-inch pan by lining the bottom with a long strip of parchment paper, making sure that the paper is long enough so the ends hang over the sides of the pan. Spray the parchment and pan with nonstick cooking spray.&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Mix crust ingredients: <\/strong>In a large bowl, stir together the sugar, salt, and melted butter with a fork. Add the egg yolk and mix well.&nbsp;Finally, add the flour and stir until the crust comes together in moist clumps. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Press dough into pan: <\/strong>Transfer the dough into the parchment-lined pan and press down with your hands or the bottom of a measuring cup to make an even layer. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Chill, bake, and cool: <\/strong>Refrigerate the crust for 15-20 minutes, until chilled. Then bake the crust for about 25 minutes, until lightly golden brown on top. Let the crust cool completely while you prepare the caramel topping.&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Make the Caramel Topping:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Mix caramel ingredients: <\/strong>Combine the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, salt, granulated sugar, and heavy cream in a heavy-bottomed medium saucepan. (The caramel will bubble up as it cooks, so be sure to use a pan where the mixture can triple in size.) If desired, use a wet pastry brush to wipe around the inside walls of the saucepan to remove excess sugar crystals. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-1-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Cook caramel: <\/strong>Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally, and make sure that all of the sugar is dissolved. Once it's boiling, insert a candy thermometer and cook, stirring occasionally, until it reads 250&deg;F. (This will produce a bar with a medium-firm chew. For a softer chew, cook to 245&deg;F, and for a really firm chew, shoot for 255&deg;F.)&nbsp;<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-1-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Stir in vanilla, pour over crust: <\/strong>Once at the right temperature, remove the pan from the heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and pour the caramel on top of the shortbread.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-1-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Set the caramel: <\/strong>Let the bars sit at room temperature until the caramel is firm, about 2-3 hours. (You can speed up the setting process by refrigerating the bars, but the caramel will get very hard, and you might need to bring it back to room temperature before cutting and serving.)<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-1-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Cut and finish bars: <\/strong>Once the caramel has set, use the excess parchment like handles to lift the entire bar from the pan. Cut it into small squares or rectangles and finish the bars with a little sprinkling of flaked sea salt. Enjoy! <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-20367-step-1-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Store: <\/strong>These bars are best stored, served, and eaten at room temperature. Keep them in an airtight container for up to 1 week.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-video-container-20367\" class=\"wprm-recipe-video-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-video-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Video<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-video\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Cb1E11aFhi8\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-20367-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Recipe Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><span data-slate-fragment=\"JTVCJTdCJTIydHlwZSUyMiUzQSUyMnBhcmFncmFwaCUyMiUyQyUyMmNoaWxkcmVuJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIydGV4dCUyMiUzQSUyMklmJTIweW91JTIwaGF2ZSUyMGNvb2tlZCUyMHRoZW0lMjBhJTIwbGl0dGxlJTIwdG9vJTIwbG9uZyUyMGFuZCUyMHRoZXkncmUlMjBoYXJkZXIlMjB0aGFuJTIweW91JTIwbGlrZSUyQyUyMG1pY3Jvd2F2ZSUyMHRoZW0lMjBmb3IlMjA1LTglMjBzZWNvbmRzJTIwYW5kJTIwdGhlJTIwY2FyYW1lbCUyMHdpbGwlMjBzb2Z0ZW4lMjB0byUyMGElMjB3b25kZXJmdWxseSUyMGNoZXd5JTIwdGV4dHVyZS4lQzIlQTAlMjIlN0QlNUQlN0QlNUQ=\"><strong>Too hard:<\/strong> If you overcooked the caramel and the bars are harder than you like, microwave them for 5-8 seconds to soften the caramel to a wonderfully chewy texture.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Chocolate: <\/strong>These bars could definitely handle some chocolate! After the caramel fully sets and the bars have been cut, they can be drizzled or partially dunked in melted chocolate. Set the bars on parchment paper until the chocolate hardens before enjoying.&nbsp;<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>Clean cut bars: <\/strong>Use a large, sharp chef&rsquo;s knife, and wash it off in warm water between cuts. Dry the blade before making cuts.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-measuring-tips\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header\">Measuring Tips<\/h3>\n\t\t<p>Our recipes are developed using weight measurements, and we highly recommend using a kitchen scale for baking whenever possible. However, if you prefer to use cups, volume measurements are provided as well. PLEASE NOTE: the adage &ldquo;8 oz = 1 cup&rdquo; is NOT true when speaking about weight, so don&rsquo;t be concerned if the measurements don&rsquo;t fit this formula.<\/p>\n\t\t<p>Want to learn more about baking measurements and conversion?<\/p>\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/frequently-asked-questions\/#measurements\" class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Learn More<\/a><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-20367-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">275<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">35<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">16<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">10<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">53<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">188<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">30<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">26<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">515<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">19<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground);background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--quaternary);margin: 0px;padding-top: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);padding-bottom: var(--wp--custom--layout--padding);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g 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We love to see your creations on our Instagram <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/elabau\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">@elabau<\/a>.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1.jpg\" alt=\"Salted Caramel Bars stacked on a wooden surface.\" class=\"wp-image-20358\" title=\"Salted Caramel Bars - buttery shortbread, soft and chewy caramel, and crunchy sea salt! | From SugarHero.com\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-276x414.jpg 276w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-128x192.jpg 128w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1-378x567.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tips\">&#128161; Important Tips For Caramel Success<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re going to make these amazing caramel bars, but haven&rsquo;t worked much with cooking sugar, please take a moment to read through these tips so you can troubleshoot some potential problems. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-fancy\">\n<li><strong>Use a candy thermometer: <\/strong>I highly (HIGHLY!) recommend using a candy thermometer. It doesn&rsquo;t have to be an expensive or fancy one&ndash;even <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3DbMCCk\" data-eafl-id=\"51970\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">a basic $8 thermometer <\/a>will get the job done. Using a thermometer is the easiest way to make sure your caramel turns out perfectly. If you are new to using a thermometer, check out my guide for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/how-to-use-a-candy-thermometer\/\">How to Use A Candy Thermometer<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Test the thermometer: <\/strong>When you get that thermometer&ndash;test it before using it. Even if it&rsquo;s new, there&rsquo;s no guarantee it&rsquo;s completely accurate, and you need to know what you&rsquo;re working with. A difference of even a few degrees can make a big difference when making candy. Additionally, your altitude might affect how the candy cooks; higher altitude can produce overcooked candy unless you&rsquo;re careful. Protect your time and precious ingredients by reading my guides for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/how-to-test-and-calibrate-a-thermometer\/\">How to Test and Calibrate a Thermometer<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/candy-making-at-high-altitude-tips\/\">Candy Making at High Altitude: Essential Tips &amp; Techniques<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: <\/strong>Thin saucepans usually have &ldquo;hot spots&rdquo; where the food cooks faster, and this can lead to burned or scorched candy. The heavier the better for consistent results!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1697241847432\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How do you test a candy thermometer?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">I&rsquo;ll give you the basic steps for testing a candy thermometer here, but if you feel like you need more information and examples, be sure to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/how-to-test-and-calibrate-a-thermometer\/\">How to Test and Calibrate a Thermometer &ndash; A Comprehensive Guide<\/a>. <br><br><strong>To test your thermometer:<\/strong> Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil on the stove, insert your candy thermometer, leave it in there for several minutes, and then check the temperature.&nbsp;Keep in mind that water boils at 212&deg;F (at sea level). If your thermometer says 212&deg;F, you are good to go! Make the recipe as written. If your thermometer does NOT say 212&deg;F, it&rsquo;s time to do a little math and <em>calculate your personal thermometer adjustment.<\/em> See the example below.<br><br><strong>Example:<\/strong> If your thermometer says 208&deg;F, you know it measures 4 degrees too cool, and you&rsquo;ll want to take this into account when cooking your caramel. Since this recipe calls for cooking the caramel to 250&deg;F, but your thermometer is 4 degrees off, you&rsquo;ll only cook it to 246&deg;F (250&deg;F minus 4 degrees); this is your personal thermometer adjustment.&nbsp;This is a test you should perform regularly because thermometers can become less accurate over time. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1754016025957\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How to cut perfect cookie bars?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Once the caramel has set, remove the entire bar from the pan and place it on a firm surface. Place a sharp kitchen knife under hot running water for a few seconds and then wipe the blade clean. Press the knife into the cookie bar making a clean cut and then clean the blade before cutting again. Reheat the knife under the water and wipe it clean as often as needed until finished.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1697241850529\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Why does caramel crystallize?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Crystallization happens when sugar crystals are present in caramel, and it results in a grainy or gritty texture. This can happen either because some of the sugar didn&rsquo;t dissolve properly in the first place, or stray crystals hanging out on the side of the pan get incorporated back into the mix and encouraged the formation of more crystals. Brown sugar has a grittier texture and can be more prone to crystallization.<br><br>The best way to prevent crystallization is to wipe a wet <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3JTlYle\" data-eafl-id=\"59223\" data-eafl-parsed=\"1\" class=\"eafl-link eafl-link-text eafl-link-direct\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">pastry brush<\/a> around the inside walls of the saucepan after adding the butter and salt, sugars, corn syrup, and cream. The wet pastry brush will remove excess sugar crystals and prevent larger crystals from forming in the caramel.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1697241851989\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Storage Information<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">These bars are best stored, served, and eaten at room temperature. Keep them in an airtight container for up to 1 week. <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7.jpg\" alt=\"Single Salted Caramel Bar with a bite taken out to show the texture.\" class=\"wp-image-20364\" title=\"Salted Caramel Bars - buttery shortbread, soft and chewy caramel, and crunchy sea salt! | From SugarHero.com\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/salted-caramel-bars-7.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-quick-links cwp-large style-circle layout-flex\"><div class=\"block-quick-links__header\">\n\n<p class=\"is-style-heading has-big-font-size\">Browse More:<\/p>\n\n<\/div><div class=\"block-quick-links__inner\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/candy\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close-up of 3 pieces of Oreo Fudge.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/oreo-fudge-square-1.jpg\"><span>Candy Recipes<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/caramel\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Top view of a jar of Caramel sauce with a spoon holding a spoonful of sauce.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/caramel-sauce-square-2.jpg\"><span>Caramel Dessert Recipes<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/category\/bar-cookies\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Stack of 2 Passion Fruit Bars sprinkled with powdered sugar.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/passion-fruit-bars-square-1.jpg\"><span>Bar Cookie Recipes<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/tag\/salt\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-cwp_square size-cwp_square\" alt=\"Close-up of Salted Fudge Brownies with a bite taken out of the top one.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-96x96.jpg 96w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.sugarhero.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/salted-fudge-brownies-square-2.jpg\"><span>Salted Dessert Recipes<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignfull wp-block-ugb-button ugb-button-wrapper ugb-823c3b7 ugb-58e83ed ugb-main-block ugb-main-block--inner-center 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