German Chocolate Bars

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped caramels and 1/3 cup of sweetened condensed milk. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the caramels are completely melted and smooth. Set aside. (Microwave time: 2-3 minutes)

Recipe View 4 mins In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the German chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 1/2 cup of sweetened condensed milk until a well-mixed batter forms. (Mixing time: 3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom. (Spread time: 1-2 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins Bake the bottom layer in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes, or until it's lightly set but not fully cooked. (Bake time: 6-8 minutes)

Recipe View 4 mins Remove the baking dish from the oven. Evenly spread the melted caramel mixture over the partially baked cake layer. Then, sprinkle the chocolate chips and toasted walnuts over the caramel. (Assembly time: 3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Carefully pour the remaining cake batter over the caramel, chocolate chips, and walnuts, spreading it as evenly as possible. (Spread time: 2-3 minutes)

Recipe View 11 mins Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the top layer is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs. (Bake time: 10-12 minutes)

Recipe View 1 hrs Let the bars cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into squares and serving. (Cooling time: at least 1 hour)