Ingredients and Weight:
- Chocolate: 500 grams (2 cups)
- Carmel Bits: 300 grams (1 1/2 cups)
- Butter: 100 grams (1/2 cup)
- Heavy Cream: 300 milliliters (1 cup)
- Sea Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Brown Sugar: 200 grams (1 cup)
- Flour: 250 grams (2 cups)
- Cookies or Breadcrumbs: 2 cups (for bottom layer)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 2 hours (including cooling time)
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 4 (Moderate to Advanced)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a bowl, combine the cookies or breadcrumbs and press into the bottom of a baking dish to create a base layer.
- In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate and butter together in a double boiler or microwave. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In another bowl, combine the caramel bits and heavy cream, and microwave for 30 seconds to melt the caramel. Stir until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture onto the cookie base and spread evenly. Then pour the caramel mixture on top of the chocolate layer.
- Sprinkle the sea salt and brown sugar evenly over the caramel layer.
- Sprinkle the flour over the top and place in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutritional Information: (Per Serving Size: 1 Bar)
Calories: Approximately 500-600 calories per bar depending on the exact ingredients used. Fat: High, Carbohydrates: High, Protein: Moderate.
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and gooey texture with a combination of chocolate and caramel flavors.
- The sea salt and brown sugar provide a contrasting flavor that enhances the sweetness of the chocolate and caramel.
- The dish is visually appealing with its layers of chocolate, caramel, and sprinkle of sea salt and brown sugar on top.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of chocolate and caramel was so delicious."
- "The texture was so gooey and rich, it was like eating a dessert straight from my dreams."
- "I loved the sea salt sprinkle on top, it added a nice contrast to the sweetness."
- "The dish was a bit rich for my taste, but it was still enjoyable."
- "I found this dish to be quite enjoyable with a good quality dark chocolate."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate for best results. Dark chocolate can be used for a richer flavor.
- Be careful not to overcook the bars or they may become too hard and not as gooey.
- If you prefer less sweetness, you can reduce the amount of sugar in the caramel mixture or omit the brown sugar sprinkle on top.
