Imagine the gooey richness of caramel, the bitter-sweet snap of dark chocolate, and the toasty crunch of toasted nuts or cereal—all layered into one no-bake, 5-ingredient bar that tastes like a gourmet candy bar you’d buy for $8… but made at home for pennies.
These Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars are your new weekend obsession: chewy, crisp, and deeply satisfying, with a buttery shortbread-like base, a thick layer of homemade caramel, and a glossy chocolate top that shatters with every bite. And the best part? No oven, no candy thermometer, and ready in 20 minutes.
Perfect for gifts, parties, or secret midnight snacks, these bars disappear faster than you can say “one more piece.”
Why You’ll Be Hooked
- ✅ Only 5 ingredients—pantry staples you already own
- ✅ No baking, no candy thermometer
- ✅ Ready in 20 minutes (plus chilling)
- ✅ Naturally nut-free option (use cereal!)
- ✅ Perfect for holidays, bake sales, or “just because” treats
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Base:
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2½ cups crispy rice cereal (like Rice Krispies) or toasted nuts (pecans, almonds)
For the Topping:
