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Carmelite nun in prayer, representing the rich spiritual tradition of the Carmelites.
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Carmelites

Creamy, chewy, and delightfully caramel-packed, these Carmelites are the kind of dessert that vanishes fast at family gatherings.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 200kcal

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch Baking Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Measure lightly
  • 1 cup rolled oats Not instant oats
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Packed
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup butter Melted

Chocolate and Caramel Layers

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup caramel sauce Use room temperature or warm for drizzling
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch coarse sea salt Optional for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine.
  • Pour melted butter into the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.
  • Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over the crust, then drizzle caramel sauce on top.
  • Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer and gently press down.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and caramel is bubbling.
  • Cool completely before cutting into squares. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt if desired.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg