Thursday, April 12, 2012

So Delish Caramel Heavenlies

I wanted to share another family favorite recipe with you.  The first time I ever tasted these was at a family Christmas Party on a desert platter and they definitely made an impact.  Let me first warn you that they are very rich but so so so good.  The best part is that they are Super Easy and can be made in a matter of minutes, and to top it all off your kids can help you make them.

So here we go Caramel Heavenlies, bars filled with Yummy Goodness!  Caramel, graham crackers, marshmallows, toasted almonds and coconut.... Really could you ask for more in one bar? 

The ingredients:
  • 30 half graham crackers
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 2 - 4 cups marshmallows
  • 2 cups sliced almonds
  • 2 cups shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp vanilla

Start by lining a large cookie sheet with foil or parchment paper.  Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Lets begin with the crust!  Line the bottom of the pan with graham crackers.

In a saucepan add the butter and brown sugar.  Melt and combine over medium heat until stirring until smooth.


 Remove from heat and add vanilla extract.  Set aside.


Sprinkle marshmallows evenly over graham crackers--the original recipe called for 2 cups, I usually use half a bag to make sure that every piece gets covered.  We love marshmallows. Mmm...


Pour saucepan mixture evenly over marshmallows.  Yes, I know mine is not pefectly even but as the marshmellows melt every piece gets covered.  You can also increase the butter/brown sugar to 1 cup each for extra caramel goodness--but you don't need it!


Spread shredded coconut over marshmallows and then top that off with sliced almonds.


Place in preheated oven for 15 minutes, until coconut and almonds are nice and toasted.


Remove from oven and cut into triangles once cooled.


Enjoy!!   What did I tell ya, so simple yet so delicious... Like a little bite of heaven..
Mmmm... 


Right before I took a bite....


They also make a great gift!


These are a favorite at our house and I hope they will be at yours as well!


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So Delish Caramel Heavenlies
  • 30 graham crackers
  • 2 to 4 cups miniature marshmallows
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups sliced almonds
  • 2 cups flaked coconut
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 10x15 inch cookie sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Arrange graham crackers to cover the bottom of the prepared pan. In a small saucepan, combine the butter and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla. Sprinkle the marshmallows over the graham cracker crust. Pour the saucepan mixture evenly over the graham crackers and marshmallows. Sprinkle the coconut and almonds evenly over the marshmallows.
Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until coconut and almonds are toasted. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into triangles. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.

7 comments:

  1. Wow I'm drooling! Thank you for the recipe. I want to try it :D

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  2. Oh wow these look heavenly!!!!! All those ingredients together... sounds absolutely delicious!!! And what a cute little gift a package of those would make!

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  3. Those look fabulous!! I want some! I would love for you to share this on "Pin It & Win It Wednesday @ www.cheapcraftymama.com!

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  4. I've made a very similar recipe using saltine crackers, but it's just the crackers, caramel, and chocolate chips. Your variation looks like SO much fun!

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  5. Pinning these! Oh they sound so yummy! Thanks so much for sharing at Mom On Timeout!

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  6. These are one of my favorite cookies on the planet and you make look so beautiful! Awesome.

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  7. I love these! When ever I make them I get asked for the recipe! Thank you for sharing it!

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