Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars Recipe
Sometimes you crave a dessert that’s rich, gooey, slightly crumbly, and totally indulgent. These Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars deliver all of that. I first discovered this flavor combination at a holiday cookie swap, and it quickly became a favorite.
With a soft sugar cookie base, pockets of melted chocolate, and a smooth caramel layer on top—finished with a touch of flaky sea salt—these bars hit the perfect sweet-and-salty balance. They’re great for sharing at gatherings, but just as perfect for enjoying at home when you want something a little extra special.
They’re delicious on their own, or even better paired with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or fresh berries. Add a cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or a glass of cold milk, and you’ve got the perfect treat.
🍫 Salted Caramel Chocolate Sugar Cookie Bars
🧾 Ingredients
- 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
Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Make the dough
Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing well. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt, then gradually combine with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
Assemble the bars
Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Scatter chocolate chips over the surface and gently press them in. Drizzle caramel sauce evenly on top, then sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the edges turn golden and the center is set.
Cool & slice
Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.
