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For the Base:

1 cup butter (softened)

1 cup brown sugar

2 cups flour

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Caramel Layer:

1 cup caramel candies (or soft caramels)

1/4 cup heavy cream

Optional:

1/2 cup chocolate chips

Chopped nuts

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking dish.

2. In a bowl, mix butter and brown sugar until creamy.

3. Add vanilla, flour, and salt, and mix to form a dough.

4. Press half of the dough into the baking dish.

5. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly set.

6. In a saucepan, melt caramel candies with heavy cream until smooth.

7. Pour caramel over the baked base.

8. Crumble remaining dough on top.

9. Bake for another 15–18 minutes until golden.

10. Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Use soft caramels for best texture.

Let bars cool fully to set properly.

Add chocolate chips for extra indulgence.

Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.

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