Get ready for a wild ride into the realm of decadent delight with these Salted Caramel Cashew Bars. We’re not just baking here; we’re orchestrating a symphony of flavors that will make your taste buds break into applause. And don’t worry, it’s so easy, even your kitchen appliances might start cheering!
Ingredients:
Baking & Spices:
- 1 1/2 cups of Flour (the powdery stuff that turns into magic)
- 1 1/2 cups of Granulated sugar (because sweetness is our middle name)
- 1/2 tsp of Salt (for that pinch of excitement)
- 1 1/2 tsp of Sea salt (because regular salt is so last season)
- 2/3 cup of Sugar (yes, more sugar – we’re rebels)
- 1 tsp of Vanilla extract (a teaspoon of dreams)
Dairy:
- 1 1/16 cup of Unsalted Butter (because salty drama is reserved for the sea)
- 5 oz of Cream cheese (because we’re feeling a bit cheesy)
- 3/4 cup of Heavy cream (the heavyweight champion of creaminess)
Other:
- 2 cups of Planters Lightly Salted Cashews Halves and Pieces (the real stars of the show)
Now, let’s dive into the method, shall we? It’s so simple; even your cat could probably pull it off (if they had opposable thumbs).
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven – because this party is getting hot at 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, granulated sugar, and regular salt. Let them mingle until they form a powdery coalition.
- Cut in the unsalted butter because, well, who needs extra drama?
- Press this buttery concoction into a baking pan – be assertive, it’s therapeutic.
- Bake the crust. Go ahead, take a quick dance break while it happens – you deserve it.
- Now, in a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract. Make it sing in harmony.
- Pour this creamy chorus over your baked crust. Spread the love evenly.
- Sprinkle those Planters Lightly Salted Cashews like confetti. Celebrate the nutty goodness!
- Time for the finale – drizzle the heavy cream over the top. It’s like a sweet rain of happiness.
- Pop it back in the oven for the encore. It’s ready when the edges are golden, and your kitchen smells like a caramel dream.
Allow it to cool, cut into bars, and brace yourself for a taste sensation that might just make you reconsider all your life choices. Enjoy the spotlight, because these Salted Caramel Cashew Bars are the star of the dessert show!