Delicious and Chewy Cashew Caramel Bars Recipe

These cashew caramel bars are a delightful combination of buttery shortbread crust, gooey caramel filling, and crunchy cashews on top. Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert, these bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 14 oz package of caramels
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup roasted cashews, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9 inch baking pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until a dough forms.
3. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan and bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden.
4. In a saucepan, melt the caramels and heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
5. Pour the caramel mixture over the baked crust and sprinkle with chopped cashews.
6. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the caramel is bubbly.
7. Let cool completely before cutting into bars and serving.

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