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Better Than Anything Bars

Better Than Anything Bars: Your New Favorite Indulgent Treat

Try these Better Than Anything Bars for a delightful dessert that combines buttery cookie dough, caramel, peanut butter, and chocolate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup brown sugar adds sweetness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the bars rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt can be used instead
  • 1 cup butter coconut oil can be a dairy-free alternative
  • 2 large eggs flax eggs can be used for a vegan version
For the Caramel Sauce
  • 1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
For the Layers
  • 1 cup peanut butter almond butter can be used for a different flavor
  • 1 cup chocolate chips dark chocolate chips can be used for richer flavor

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients to streamline the process.
  2. Cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined to create a thick cookie dough.
  3. Spread the cookie dough evenly into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  4. While the cookie base cools, heat your caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low to medium heat until warm and slightly runny, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Once the cookie layer has cooled for about 10 minutes, drizzle the warmed caramel sauce over the top, then spread a layer of peanut butter evenly over the caramel.
  6. Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the peanut butter layer and return the bars to the oven for 2-3 minutes until the chocolate chips begin to melt. Spread the melted chocolate evenly across the bars.
  7. Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely at room temperature for about 30-40 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling. Feel free to customize toppings with sea salt or different nut butters.

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