Description
Decadent Salted Caramel Butter Bars are a sweet indulgence that combines a buttery, crumbly base with a rich salted caramel topping. These bars offer the perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors, making them ideal for any occasion, from gatherings to cozy nights in. Easy to make and absolutely delightful to eat, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (plus extra for topping)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon agar-agar powder
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in the flour until combined.
- Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and water. Stir continuously until melted and smooth.
- Whisk in the agar-agar powder until fully incorporated.
- Pour the caramel mixture over the baked crust and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes until bubbly. Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg