Knock You Naked Bars Recipe

Why Make This Recipe

Knock You Naked Bars are a delightful treat that everyone loves. They blend chocolate, caramel, and nuts into a gooey, sweet dessert bar that is perfect for gatherings or just a little indulgence at home. These bars are quick and easy to make, making them an excellent choice for bakers of all skill levels. Plus, they are sure to impress your family and friends!

How to Make Knock You Naked Bars

Ingredients:

• 1 package of German chocolate cake mix
• ½ cup of melted butter
• 1 egg
• 1 cup of chocolate chips
• 1 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts
• 14 oz. of caramel topping
• 1 can of sweetened condensed milk

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Mix until well combined.
3. Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking pan.
4. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and nuts evenly over the pressed mixture.
5. In a smaller bowl, mix together the caramel topping and sweetened condensed milk. Pour this mixture over the chocolate chip and nut layer.
6. Crumble the remaining cake mix dough on top of the caramel layer.
7. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
8. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.

How to Serve Knock You Naked Bars

These bars are great on their own, but you can dress them up a bit if you’d like! Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce. They also pair well with a cup of coffee or a glass of milk.

How to Store Knock You Naked Bars

To keep your Knock You Naked Bars fresh, store them in an airtight container. You can keep them at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to store them longer, they can be refrigerated for up to two weeks.

Tips to Make Knock You Naked Bars

• Make sure to use a non-stick baking spray for easy removal from the pan.
• For an extra touch, sprinkle some sea salt on top of the caramel layer before adding the crumbled mixture.
• Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean edges.

Variation

You can customize these bars by using different types of nuts, like almonds or cashews, or even adding in your favorite candies, like crushed Oreos or peanut butter cups, to the chocolate chip layer.

FAQs

1. Can I make these bars ahead of time?

Yes, you can make Knock You Naked Bars a day in advance! Just be sure to store them properly in an airtight container.

2. Can I freeze these bars?

Absolutely! They freeze well. Wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place them in a freezer-safe container. They can last up to three months in the freezer.

3. What can I use instead of nuts?

If you want to omit the nuts, you can replace them with more chocolate chips or even shredded coconut for extra flavor!

Knock You Naked Bars

A delightful blend of chocolate, caramel, and nuts, these gooey dessert bars are perfect for gatherings or a sweet indulgence at home.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 12 bars

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 package German chocolate cake mix
• ½ cup melted butter
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
• 14 oz. caramel topping
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, melted butter, and egg. Mix until well combined.
3. Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.

Assembly

1. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and nuts evenly over the pressed mixture.
2. In a smaller bowl, mix together the caramel topping and sweetened condensed milk. Pour this mixture over the chocolate chip and nut layer.
3. Crumble the remaining cake mix dough on top of the caramel layer.

Baking

1. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
2. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature or refrigerate for up to two weeks. For best results, use a non-stick baking spray. Consider adding a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the caramel layer for extra flavor.