Knock You Naked Bars Recipe

Introduction

Knock You Naked Bars are a delightful treat combining rich caramel, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans in a buttery dough. These bars offer a perfect balance of chewy and nutty flavors that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 14 ounces caramel squares (individually wrapped)
• ⅓ cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
3. Step 3: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix well.
4. Step 4: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Step 5: Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
6. Step 6: Spread half of the dough evenly in the prepared baking pan, pressing gently.
7. Step 7: In a saucepan over low heat, melt the caramel squares with the heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth.
8. Step 8: Pour the melted caramel over the dough layer in the pan and spread it evenly.
9. Step 9: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the caramel layer and gently spread to cover as much as possible.
10. Step 10: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Step 11: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares and serve.

Tips & Variations

• Use parchment paper to line the pan for easy removal and cleaner edges.
• Monitor baking time closely to keep the bars soft and gooey inside without overbaking.
• Try substituting pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different nutty flavor.
• For extra richness, drizzle melted chocolate on top once cooled.

Storage

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate them for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat briefly in the microwave for a warm, melty treat.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?

Yes, but reduce or omit added salt in the recipe to avoid making the bars too salty.

What can I use if I don’t have caramel squares?

You can substitute with soft caramel candies or make a homemade caramel sauce using sugar, butter, and cream.

Knock You Naked Bars Recipe

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Knock You Naked Bars are delectably rich dessert bars featuring a buttery dough base studded with semi-sweet chocolate chips and crunchy pecans, layered with smooth, creamy caramel, and baked to golden perfection. These bars boast a delightful combination of chewy, gooey, and crunchy textures, making them the perfect indulgence for any occasion.

• Author: Sophie
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Yield: 24 bars 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans

Caramel Layer

• 14 ounces caramel squares, individually wrapped
• ⅓ cup heavy cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal baking temperature while you prepare the bars.
2. Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars later.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup packed brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3–5 minutes.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract for enhanced flavor.
5. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 2½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt. Gradually add these dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low until just combined to form the dough.
6. Fold in Chocolate Chips and Pecans: Gently fold in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1 cup chopped pecans to distribute evenly throughout the dough.
7. Layer the Bars – Bottom Dough: Spread half of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down gently to form a uniform base layer.
8. Melt Caramel Layer: In a saucepan over low heat, combine 14 ounces caramel squares with ⅓ cup heavy cream. Stir constantly until the caramel melts completely and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
9. Add Caramel Layer: Pour the melted caramel evenly over the dough layer in the pan, spreading it carefully to cover the entire surface.
10. Top with Remaining Dough: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the caramel layer. Gently spread or pat it to create an even top layer without mixing into the caramel.
11. Bake: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
12. Cool Completely: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack to set the layers and make slicing easier.
13. Cut and Serve: Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy your indulgent Knock You Naked Bars!

Notes

• Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean edges.
• Do not overbake to keep the bars gooey in the center.
• Spread dough and caramel layers evenly for consistent texture.
• Chopped pecans can be substituted with walnuts if preferred.
• Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

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