Decadent Chocolate-Toffee-Caramel Bliss Bars
Indulge in these rich and delectable Chocolate-Toffee-Caramel Bliss Bars, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. With a base made from buttery cake mix and loaded with semi-sweet chocolate chips, white vanilla chips, and crunchy toffee pieces, these bars offer an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Topped with a smooth layer of melted caramel and lightly crumbled cake mix, they are baked to golden perfection. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a special treat at home, these bars are sure to impress friends and family alike!
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Servings
146
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter recipe cake mix or yellow cake mix with pudding
1 (18 1/4 ounce) package (Use as is.)
Vegetable oil
1/3 cup (Measure out.)
Large eggs
2 (Beaten.)
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (12 ounce) package (Use as is.)
White vanilla chips
1 cup (Use as is.)
Chocolate-covered English toffee bars
3 (1 1/2 ounce) bars (Chopped into pieces.)
Margarine or butter
1/2 cup (Melted.)
Vanilla caramels
32 (Unwrapped.)
Sweetened condensed milk
1 (14 ounce) can (Use as is.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x9 inch baking dish.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter recipe cake mix or yellow cake mix, vegetable oil, and beaten eggs. Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
3
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips, white vanilla chips, and chopped chocolate-covered English toffee bars. The mixture will be thick.
4
Take half of this mixture and press it evenly into the bottom of the greased baking dish to form a crust.
5
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until just set.
6
While the crust is baking, prepare the caramel layer. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the margarine (or butter), unwrapped vanilla caramels, and sweetened condensed milk. Stir frequently until the caramels are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
7
Once the crust has finished baking, carefully pour the caramel mixture over the hot crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
8
Crumble the remaining cake mix mixture over the caramel layer, covering it as best as possible.
9
Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the top is set and the edges are a deep golden brown.
10
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for 20 minutes.
11
Using a knife, run it around the edges of the pan to loosen the bars, then cool for an additional 40 minutes at room temperature.
12
For optimal texture and cutting, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before slicing into squares.
13
Enjoy cold or at room temperature, and store any leftovers in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Information
6.67
Fat
20
Carbs
1.25
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Chocolate-Toffee-Caramel Bliss Bars?
These are rich and delectable dessert bars featuring a buttery cake mix base, semi-sweet chocolate chips, white vanilla chips, crunchy toffee pieces, and a smooth caramel layer.
What type of cake mix is recommended for this recipe?
You should use one 18.25-ounce package of butter recipe cake mix or yellow cake mix with pudding.
How many eggs are needed for the Bliss Bars?
The recipe requires two large eggs that have been beaten.
What is the required oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) before starting the baking process.
What size baking dish should I use?
A greased 13x9 inch baking dish is required for this recipe.
What kind of chocolate chips are used in these bars?
The recipe calls for one 12-ounce package of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Are there other types of chips in the recipe besides chocolate?
Yes, the recipe includes one cup of white vanilla chips for added flavor and texture.
How should the English toffee bars be prepared?
You should take three 1.5-ounce chocolate-covered English toffee bars and chop them into pieces.
How do I make the base crust for the bars?
Combine the cake mix, oil, and eggs, then fold in the chips and toffee. Press half of this thick mixture into the bottom of the greased pan.
How long does the crust bake before adding the filling?
The crust should be baked in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until it is just set.
How do I prepare the caramel layer?
In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine margarine or butter, unwrapped vanilla caramels, and sweetened condensed milk, stirring until smooth.
How many caramels are needed for the filling?
You will need 32 unwrapped vanilla caramels for the caramel layer.
What kind of milk is used in the caramel mixture?
The recipe uses one 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk.
Can I use butter instead of margarine for the caramel?
Yes, you can use 1/2 cup of either margarine or butter to melt with the caramels.
How is the top layer of the bar added?
Crumble the remaining half of the cake mix and chip mixture over the poured caramel layer before the final bake.
What is the final baking time for the bars?
Bake the assembled bars for an additional 25-30 minutes until the top is set and edges are deep golden brown.
How long should the bars cool in the pan?
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before loosening the edges, then cool for another 40 minutes at room temperature.
Is refrigeration necessary before slicing the bars?
Yes, for optimal texture and easier cutting, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
How should I store leftovers?
Any leftover Bliss Bars should be stored in the refrigerator.
Can these bars be served at room temperature?
Yes, they can be enjoyed either cold or at room temperature.
How many calories are in a serving of these bars?
There are approximately 146 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 6.67 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one bar?
There are 20 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the bars?
Each bar contains about 1.25 grams of protein.
How many ingredients are in this recipe in total?
There are a total of 9 ingredients required for this recipe.
Does this recipe use vegetable oil?
Yes, 1/3 cup of vegetable oil is used to help form the dough.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
The recipe is tagged with chocolate, caramel, toffee, dessert, bar cookies, and rich treats.
Are these bars suitable for parties?
Yes, they are described as ideal for sharing at gatherings and are sure to impress guests.
What is the texture of these bars?
The bars offer an irresistible combination of textures including a buttery crust, crunchy toffee pieces, and a smooth caramel center.
What happens if I don't chill the bars before cutting?
The bars may be difficult to slice cleanly because the caramel layer needs time to set properly in the refrigerator.