Knock You Naked Bars

Moist, delicious, and ridiculously easy to make:

Trying this knock-you-naked bars recipe is an absolute no-brainer if you love a sweet bar that pleases the whole family!

Enjoy their versatility by adding them to your weekend breakfast or having them as a treat whenever you’re in the mood for something yummy.

They freeze very well! You can double or triple the recipe if you want! AWESOME.

Having them as a treat whenever you’re in the mood for something yummy.

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Why I Love Knock You Naked Bars

I love a good, gooey, caramel bar. And if you’re anything like me, you’ll be obsessed with these knock you naked bars! Here are a few reasons why I find myself making these over and over again:

• They have caramel AND chocolate chips: a double whammy!
• The peanut butter gives them a little salty twist which I absolutely love
• They freeze very well, which makes them perfect to whip up in advance for a special occasion!

Can You Use Condensed Milk Instead of Evaporated Milk to Make Caramel?

Technically, you can use condensed milk instead of evaporated milk, but we prefer the latter because it’s unsweetened and makes the bars rich and delicious without adding too much extra sugar.

What Are Knock You Naked Bars?

These knock you naked cookie bars are yummy bars with a gooey chocolate and peanut butter middle, and a crispy caramel top. Sooo good it’s unreal!

How to Serve Knock You Naked Bars

Try serving them for breakfast, maybe as a way to kick off the weekend, or simply have one as a mid-morning snack with your cup of tea or coffee – yum! Just remember: wait for them to cool down before cutting into them.

Cooking Tips:

Using evaporated milk to make your caramel sauce is much better than using condensed milk, as it keeps the added sugars lower.

Variations:

If you are not a fan of chocolate (unbelievably, some people aren’t!) or have a nut allergy, you can easily remove these ingredients from the recipe and still get to enjoy its main caramel goodness!

Ingredients for Knock You Naked Bars:

For the cookie layers:

• All-purpose flour
• Baking soda
• Salt
• Butter softened
• Granulated sugar
• Brown sugar
• Vanilla extract
• Eggs
• Chocolate chips

For the caramel layer:

• Evaporated milk
• Caramels or caramel bits
• Peanut butter

How to make Knock You Naked Bars:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Step 2. In a mixing bowl, blend together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until combined.

Adding the butter.

Adding the granulated sugar.

Adding the brown sugar.

Adding the vanilla.

Step 3. Add the eggs in one at a time until smooth.

Step 4. Mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt until the mixture is well combined and smooth.

Adding the flour.

Adding the baking soda.

Step 5. Fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 6. Place half of the batter in a layer in the bottom of a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.

Bake for 10 minutes.

Step 7. While the first layer of cookie batter is baking, mix together the evaporated milk and caramels in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir often until completely melted and combined.

Adding the evaporated milk.

Adding the caramels.

Step 8. Remove from the heat and stir in the peanut butter until smooth.

Step 9. Take the cookie layer out of the oven, pour the caramel mixture over it, and then place the remaining cookie batter on the top with spoonfuls.

Step 10. Bake for 20-25 minutes longer until browned and cooked through.

Step 11. Let sit for 15 minutes before serving.

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How to Store Knock You Naked Bars

If you plan to enjoy your bars within a short time, then simply store them in a sealed container at room temperature for three days.

Can I Make Knock You Naked Bars Ahead?

Of course! Because these bars last quite a while and can also be stored in the freezer, you can definitely make them in advance if you plan to serve them on a particular day.

Related Recipes you Might Enjoy:

If you liked these bars, then try the other recipes below!

Apple cheesecake bar, for a delicious spin on the more traditional apple pie.

Spanish bar sheet cake, if you are up for a bit of a spicier treat!

Almond-honey power bar, whenever you are on the lookout for the perfect pre- or post-workout snack!