Caramel Chocolate Crunch Bars
4. Add the Chocolate Topping
→ In a small bowl, melt 1 cup chocolate chips + 1 tbsp coconut oil (microwave or double boiler) until smooth.
→ Pour evenly over base; tilt pan to spread.
→ Immediately sprinkle with flaky sea salt (if using).
✅ Work quickly—chocolate sets fast!
5. Chill & Slice
→ Refrigerate 1–2 hours, or until completely firm.
→ Lift slab out using parchment overhang.
→ Cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife (wipe blade with hot water between cuts for clean edges).
Tips for Perfect Bars (Joye-Approved!)
🔸 Press, press, press! Under-pressed bars = crumbly bites. Be firm—it’s worth it.
🔸 Chill fully. Warm bars = messy slices. Patience pays.
🔸 Toast the nuts. Raw = flat; toasted = rich, buttery, unforgettable.
🔸 Say “Ready?” before serving. It’s not superstition—it’s ritual. And rituals make sweets sweeter.
Delicious Variations to Try
Salted Caramel Crunch
Swirl ¼ cup thick caramel sauce into base before topping
Your love of sweet-salty depth—so
giftable
Mocha Crunch
Add 1 tsp instant espresso powder to chocolate topping
Deep, complex,
adult-level delicious
Peanut Butter Swirl
Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter into base; marble gently
Creamy, nostalgic, crowd-pleasing
Holiday Sparkle
Use red/green cereal + white chocolate topping + crushed peppermint
Festive, fun,
so
Instagram-worthy
Nut-Free Joy
Use all crispy rice cereal or toasted sunflower seeds
Safe, crunchy, still deeply satisfying
Gifting & Serving Ideas (Joye’s Favorites!)
