Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe
Sometimes you just need a dessert that’s rich, gooey, a little crumbly, and completely indulgent. These Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars check every box. I first came across this combination at a holiday cookie exchange, and it was an instant favorite.
With a soft sugar cookie base, melted chocolate throughout, and a buttery caramel layer on top—finished with a pinch of flaky sea salt—these bars strike the perfect balance between sweet and salty. They’re ideal for gatherings, but just as good for a quiet treat at home when you want something special.
They’re delicious served on their own, or you can take them up a notch with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries. A cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or cold milk makes them even better.
🍫 Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars
🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Egg | 1 large |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Baking powder | ½ tsp |
| Salt | ¼ tsp |
| Semi-sweet chocolate chips | 1 cup |
| Caramel sauce | 1 cup |
| Flaky sea salt | 1 tsp |
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat & prepare pan
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Make the dough
Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
Assemble
Press the dough evenly into the pan. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top and lightly press them in. Drizzle caramel sauce evenly across, then finish with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.
Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
Cool & slice
Let the bars cool completely before cutting into squares.
