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Knock You Naked Bars Recipe

Knock You Naked Bars Recipe

These Knock You Naked Bars are loaded with caramel, chocolate chips, and a soft, chewy cookie base. The layers of buttery cookie dough and gooey caramel make these bars irresistibly delicious and perfect for parties, potlucks, or a sweet indulgence at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rest time (cooling & setting) 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 14

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Layers:

  • 1 box 15.25 oz German chocolate cake mix
  • 1/3 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans optional

Caramel Filling:

  • 1 bag 11 oz soft caramels, unwrapped
  • 1/3 cup evaporated milk

Chocolate Layer:

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prep the Oven & Baking Dish

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it with nonstick spray.

Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough Base

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and evaporated milk.
  • Stir until a thick dough forms. Mix in the chopped pecans if using.

Step 3: Layer and Bake the Bottom Crust

  • Press half of the dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes until just set.

Step 4: Prepare the Caramel Filling

  • In a saucepan over low heat, melt the caramels with evaporated milk, stirring continuously until smooth.

Step 5: Assemble the Layers

  • Pour the melted caramel evenly over the baked cookie crust.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips on top of the caramel.
  • Crumble the remaining dough over the caramel and chocolate layers.

Step 6: Bake Again

  • Return the pan to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes until the top is set.
  • Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely before slicing.

Step 7: Chill & Serve

  • For best results, let the bars chill for at least 2 hours before cutting.
  • Slice into 12-16 bars and enjoy!

Pro Tips:

  • ✔ Use parchment paper to easily lift the bars from the pan for slicing.
  • ✔ For extra gooey bars, slightly underbake them.
  • ✔ Chill before slicing to prevent caramel from oozing out too much.

Storage:

  • Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Refrigerator: Keeps well for up to a week.
  • Freezing: Wrap bars in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
Keyword caramel chocolate bars, chewy cookie bars, knock you naked bars, potluck dessert
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