Caramel O Bars Recipe

Indulge in these easy-to-make Caramel O Bars! This nostalgic recipe, adapted from a classic microwave cookbook, delivers rich, gooey caramel, crunchy cereal, and salty peanuts in a perfectly sweet treat. Ready in under 20 minutes, these bars are perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 136.7 kcal

Protein 7g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Caramel O Bars

Caramel Candies
1/4 cup water
1 cup peanut butter
Cheerios Toasted Oat Cereal
Salted Peanuts
Chocolate Chips
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How to Make Caramel O Bars

Combine 14 ounces caramels, 1/4 cup water, and 1 cup peanut butter in a large microwave-safe mixing bowl.
Microwave on high for 3-5 minutes, or until melted and smooth, stirring every minute to prevent burning.
Stir in 6 cups of your favorite cereal (like Rice Krispies or similar) and 1 cup of salted peanuts.
Press the mixture firmly into a well-buttered 13x9 inch or 12x8 inch baking pan.
In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/4 cup butterscotch chips.
Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the caramel and cereal base.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the bars to set completely before cutting and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

10g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Caramel O Bars?

Caramel O Bars takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Caramel O Bars?

Caramel O Bars has approximately 136.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Caramel O Bars?

The key ingredients for Caramel O Bars are Caramel Candies, Water, Peanut Butter, Cheerios Toasted Oat Cereal, Salted Peanuts, Chocolate Chips. See the full list with measurements above.