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Gluten-Free Caramelitas
Decadent, gooey, and packed with layers of buttery oat crumble, chocolate, and caramel—nobody will guess they’re gluten-free!
🍽️ Servings: 12-16 squares | ⏰ Prep Time: 15 mins | 🍳 Bake Time: 25 mins
📝 Ingredients
For the Oat Crumble Layers:
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1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (like King Arthur Measure for Measure)
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1 cup gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats
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¾ cup packed brown sugar
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
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¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (or dairy-free butter)
For the Caramel-Chocolate Filling:
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1 cup soft caramel candies (like Werther’s Soft Caramels, check for GF labels)
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¼ cup heavy cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
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1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (ensure GF certified)
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½ tsp flaky sea salt (optional, for topping)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Make the Crumble:
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In a bowl, whisk GF flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
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Cut in cold butter with a pastry cutter (or pulse in a food processor) until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Layer & Bake:
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Press half the crumble mixture firmly into the pan. Bake for 10 mins until lightly golden.
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Meanwhile, melt caramels and cream in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
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Sprinkle chocolate chips over the baked crust. Pour warm caramel evenly on top.
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Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the caramel.
4. Bake Again & Cool:
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Bake for 15 more mins until bubbly and golden.
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Cool completely (2+ hours) before slicing—this ensures clean cuts!
5. Serve:
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Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired. Cut into squares and enjoy!
💡 Pro Tips:
✅ No soft caramels? Use ½ cup store-bought GF caramel sauce (like Torani).
✅ Extra texture? Add ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts to the crumble.
✅ Storage: Keep airtight at room temp for 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
🔥 Why You’ll Love Them:
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Chewy, crunchy, and melty—all in one bite!
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Naturally gluten-free with no compromise on flavor.
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Perfect for potlucks or holiday cookie trays.
Warning: These disappear FAST! 😋🍫✨
