Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Sea salt (for garnish, optional)
Equipment Needed
- 9×13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Saucepan (for melting the caramel, if necessary)
- Parchment paper (optional, for easy removal)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang—this makes removing the bars a breeze! In a large bowl, you’ll want to whisk together the melted butter and sugar until it’s well combined and glossy. Then, add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract. This mixture gets that lovely creamy texture that we crave in fudgy bars. (See the next page below to continue steps…)