Description
Indulge in these irresistibly decadent Knock You Naked Bars featuring layers of rich chocolate, gooey caramel, and crunchy pecans. Perfect for dessert lovers seeking a homemade sweet treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 box (about 18.5 oz) German chocolate cake mix
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk (additional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 60 caramels, unwrapped
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Prepare Base Layer: In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, chopped pecans, 1/3 cup evaporated milk, and melted butter. Mix until well blended.
- Bake Base: Press half of the dough into the prepared baking pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 8 minutes.
- Melt Caramel: While the base is baking, melt the caramels with the remaining 1/2 cup evaporated milk in a double boiler over low heat. Stir until smooth.
- Layer the Bars: Remove the pan from the oven. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the baked base. Pour the melted caramel mixture evenly over the chocolate chips.
- Top Layer: Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the caramel layer, distributing evenly.
- Final Bake: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For easy caramel melting, microwave the caramels and milk in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
- These bars are easiest to cut when chilled but can be served at room temperature for the ultimate gooey experience.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
