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mother's day Dulce de Leche Caramel Bars

Irresistible Mother's Day Dulce de Leche Caramel Bars Recipe

Delight in these homemade Mother's Day Dulce de Leche Caramel Bars that blend rich dulce de leche and chewy Rolo candies for a nostalgic treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt adjust according to taste
For the Caramel Filling
  • 30 pieces Rolo candies halved
  • 1/2 can dulce de leche

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil, spraying it with cooking spray.
  2. Cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
  3. Add flour, baking powder, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
  4. Gently fold in the halved Rolo candies using a spatula.
  5. Spoon dulce de leche over the batter and swirl it in to create a marbled effect.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bars to cool at room temperature for 2 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These bars will best be enjoyed when cooled completely. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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