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Salt River Bars Guide: Discover Delicious Recipes Today!


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  • Author: Bella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (including chill time)
  • Yield: 30 bars

Description

These Salt River Bars are a layered dessert dream — sweet, salty, crunchy, and creamy all in one bite. With buttery Club crackers, rich caramel filling, and a velvety chocolate–peanut butter topping, this easy no-bake treat is perfect for potlucks, holidays, or anytime you crave something irresistibly decadent.


Ingredients

90 Club crackers (about 3 sleeves)
1 cup salted butter
2 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
¾ cup heavy cream
1½ cups milk chocolate chips
½ cup butterscotch chips
½ cup creamy peanut butter
Maldon sea salt, for finishing (about 1 teaspoon or to taste)


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan:
    Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for lifting. Spray the parchment and sides of the pan with nonstick spray.

  2. First Cracker Layer:
    Arrange a layer of Club crackers on the bottom of the pan. Cut them to fit if necessary (typically 5 rows of 6 crackers).

  3. Cook the Caramel Mixture:
    In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the mixture reaches a boil.
    Continue boiling and stirring for 7 minutes to create a thick caramel.

  4. First Caramel Layer:
    Pour half of the hot caramel mixture over the first layer of crackers and spread evenly.

  5. Second Cracker and Caramel Layers:
    Add a second layer of crackers directly on top of the caramel.
    Pour the remaining caramel over this layer and spread it out smoothly.

  6. Final Cracker Layer:
    Top with a final layer of Club crackers, aligning them as evenly as possible.

  7. Chill to Set:
    Place the pan in the refrigerator while you prepare the chocolate topping.

  8. Make the Chocolate Topping:
    In a microwave-safe bowl, combine milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter.
    Microwave for 30–45 seconds, stir, then continue in 15-second intervals until fully melted and smooth.

  9. Top and Finish:
    Pour the chocolate mixture over the cracker layers and spread evenly with a spatula.
    Sprinkle Maldon sea salt generously over the top.
    Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until fully set.

  10. Slice and Serve:
    Use the parchment paper to lift the bars from the pan. Slice into squares or rectangles with a sharp knife. Makes about 30 bars.

Notes

  • Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts for neat edges.

  • Store bars in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

  • For easier cutting, let bars sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing.

 

  • If you prefer a stronger peanut butter flavor, increase the peanut butter slightly and reduce butterscotch chips.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American