Oh yes 😍 Salted Caramel Butter Bars are pure indulgence — a buttery shortbread base, gooey caramel layer, and a sprinkle of sea salt on top. Here’s a simple overview and tips to make them irresistible:
🧈 Ingredients (Basic)
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Butter – unsalted, softened
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Flour – all-purpose
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Sugar – granulated (for the crust) and brown sugar (optional for caramel)
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Caramel – store-bought soft caramel or homemade
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Sea salt – flaky, for sprinkling on top
Optional: vanilla extract for the crust or caramel layer.
👩🍳 Method
1️⃣ Make the crust
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Mix butter, flour, and sugar until crumbly.
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Press into a lined baking pan.
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Bake ~15–20 min at 350°F (175°C) until lightly golden.
2️⃣ Prepare the caramel layer
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If using soft caramels: melt gently with a splash of cream.
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Pour over the warm crust.
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Smooth evenly.
3️⃣ Bake lightly again
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Bake for another 10 min so caramel sets slightly.
4️⃣ Top with sea salt
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Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top while warm.
5️⃣ Cool & slice
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Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
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Optional: chill 30 min for cleaner cuts.
✨ Tips for Maximum Irresistibility
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Use real butter — flavor is key.
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Don’t skip the sea salt — it balances the sweetness beautifully.
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Line your pan with parchment for easy removal.
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Slightly underbake the caramel if you like gooey bars.
If you want, I can give a step-by-step 30-minute version that’s foolproof and still super gooey. It’s basically “cheat-level perfection” for salted caramel bars.