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Carmelitas

Carmelitas

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Plant-Based

Description

Easy Carmelitas are a delicious baked bar dessert featuring chewy rolled oats, rich plant-based caramel, and melty plant-based chocolate chips. Perfectly balancing crunchy edges with a gooey center, these bars are quick to prepare and ideal for sharing at any occasion. Made with simple pantry ingredients and natural flavors, they offer a wholesome and indulgent treat that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Oat Base

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar (natural)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup softened plant-based butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)

Caramel Layer

  • 1 cup plant-based caramel topping (natural)
  • 1 tsp natural gelling agent
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Topping

  • 3/4 cup rolled oats (reserved from the oat base mixture)
  • 1/2 cup plant-based chocolate chips
  • Optional garnishes: flaky sea salt, powdered sugar (natural), melted plant-based chocolate drizzle

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oat Base: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar (natural), baking powder, and salt. Add softened plant-based butter and vanilla extract (natural), then mix until the mixture becomes crumbly and even. Press about two-thirds of this mixture evenly into a lined baking pan to form the sturdy base for the Carmelitas.
  2. Add the Caramel Layer: In a separate bowl, mix the plant-based caramel topping (natural) with the natural gelling agent, apple cider vinegar, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to ensure the caramel sets well. Pour this mixture over the oat base and spread evenly to create a gooey, luscious middle layer.
  3. Sprinkle the Chocolate and Oats: Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the caramel layer in small clusters. Then, evenly distribute the plant-based chocolate chips on top to add texture and rich chocolate pockets.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the Carmelitas for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden and the caramel bubbles gently at the edges. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely to set before slicing.

Notes

  • Use softened plant-based butter at room temperature to ensure easier mixing and better texture.
  • Fresh rolled oats provide the best chewy texture and flavor.
  • Watch the baking time closely to avoid drying out the bars.
  • Cool the Carmelitas completely before cutting to allow the caramel layer to set cleanly.
  • Line your baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone liner for easy removal and to prevent sticking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Carmelitas, caramel bars, oat bars, plant-based dessert, chocolate chip bars, baked bars, sweet treats

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