Description
Delight in the rich and buttery Caramel Biscuit bars, a no-bake British dessert. Made with crushed digestive biscuits and a luscious caramel mixture of condensed milk, brown sugar, and butter, this treat is easy to prepare and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. Topped optionally with melted chocolate or nuts, these bars are a crowd-pleaser ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Caramel Mixture
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Biscuit Base
- 1 cup crushed digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
Optional Toppings
- Melted chocolate for drizzling
- Chopped nuts for sprinkling
Instructions
- Prepare the caramel: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar until it dissolves completely, creating a smooth mixture.
- Cook the mixture: Add the sweetened condensed milk to the pan and stir continuously. Keep cooking for 5 to 7 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a light caramel color, indicating it has reached the right consistency.
- Flavor the caramel: Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor profile of the caramel.
- Combine with biscuits: Fold in the crushed digestive biscuits carefully until they are well coated and evenly mixed with the caramel mixture.
- Shape the bars: Transfer the mixture into an 8×8 inch pan lined with parchment paper. Press and smooth the top gently using a spatula for an even surface.
- Add toppings (optional): Drizzle melted chocolate or sprinkle chopped nuts on top to add extra texture and taste.
- Set the caramel biscuit bars: Allow the pan to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set firmly.
- Serve: Slice into bars or squares and enjoy your homemade caramel biscuit treats.
Notes
- Use any plain biscuits such as Marie or graham crackers if digestive biscuits are unavailable.
- For a firmer texture, refrigerate the bars longer or freeze them for 20 minutes before cutting.
- Store the caramel biscuit bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week to maintain freshness.
