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Home » Recipes » Desserts » Cookies » Chocolate Caramel Wafer Bars

Chocolate Caramel Wafer Bars

By: Liz  /  Published: August 16, 2021  /  Updated: August 16, 2021  /   Leave a comment

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These chocolate caramel wafer bars turn ordinary cookies into a delectable homemade candy bar wafer cookie dessert everyone will love. Soft and gooey caramel surrounds layers of crisp and colorful sugar wafer cookies and is topped with a layer of rich, creamy chocolate.

It’s a simple no-bake dessert that looks impressive but takes minutes to put together and both kids and adults will love it.

chocolate caramel wafer bars

Ingredients

ingredients for chocolate caramel wafer bars
  • Vanilla, strawberry and chocolate wafer cookies (I use Keebler Sugar Wafer Cookies)
  • Vanilla caramels (I’m partial to Brach’s)
  • Semi-sweet chocolate chips – The subtle bittersweet flavor in the chocolate pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the caramel and cookies.

Swaps, Additions and Tips

  • If you can’t find Keebler Sugar Wafers in the grocery store (I buy them in bulk at Amazon), they’re often at gas stations and convenience stores. I believe separate flavor packs are available through Walmart as well. BUT, if you can’t find them, you can substitute other sugar wafers.
  • Either an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch square baking pan will work for this recipe.
  • Try different sugar wafer flavors to switch things up.
  • Try it with white chocolate or dark chocolate chips instead.

Step-by-Step Directions

Step 1: Using alternating colors, line a greased square baking pan with sugar wafer cookies.

layer of sugar wafers in pan

Step 2: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt caramels with milk, stirring frequently until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

melting caramels in saucepan with milk

Step 3: Spread the melted caramel over the sugar cookie wafers in the pan.

  • pouring caramel over cookies
  • layer of caramel over cookies

Step 4: Using alternating colors, place another layer of sugar wafer cookies on top of the caramel.

sugar wafer layer in pan

Step 5: In saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter and chocolate chips together, stirring continuously until smooth and creamy.

melting chocolate with butter in saucepan

Step 6: Spread melted chocolate evenly over the sugar cookie layer. Let cool completely until chocolate has set.

  • spreading chocolate over wafer cookies
  • chocolate covered sugar wafers

Step 7: When bars have set, use a bench scraper to cut into squares.

overhead shot of chocolate caramel wafer cookies

Helpful Tips

  • Alternate colors when laying the wafer cookies in the pan. Unless you have a really good memory (I don’t,) it’s helpful to take a quick photo or jot notes on paper so you remember how you laid your colors down for your first layer. This way you won’t repeat the exact same pattern on the second layer. It’s the alternating colors that make the treat so fun!
  • I highly recommend using a bench scraper to cut the dessert into squares. Dragging a knife through the bars may separate layers and make things messy.
  • When choosing between an 8 or 9-inch square pan, remember the caramel and chocolate layers will be a smidge thicker in the smaller-sized pan (not a bad thing, imo).
hand holding chocolate caramel wafer bar

Recipe FAQ

What are sugar wafer cookies?

Sugar wafers are very thin, dry and crisp cookies and have a flavored cream filling sandwiched between them.

What are the best sugar wafer cookies?

You can’t go wrong with Keebler or Voortman. There are also generic brands available but I haven’t tried them.

Can I use sugar-free wafer cookies?

I don’t recommend sugar-free versions of anything.

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chocolate caramel wafer bars

Chocolate Caramel Wafer Bars

Liz – Eat Move Make
Gooey caramel filling surrounded by layers of crisp sugar wafer cookies and topped with rich, creamy chocolate.
5 from 9 votes
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 36
Calories 91 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8-9 oz pkg cream-filled sugar wafer cookies
  • 24 vanilla caramels unwrapped
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 tablespoons butter

Instructions
 

  • Lightly grease 8 or 9-inch square pan. Using half the cookies, arrange single layer of cookies side by side over bottom of greased pan.
  • In small saucepan, melt caramels with milk over low heat, stirring occasionally until blended and smooth. Spread evenly over cookie layer in pan. Arrange remaining wafer cookies side by side in single layer over caramel.
  • In small saucepan, melt chocolate chips with butter over low heat, stirring occasionally. Spread evenly over wafer cookies. Cool until set and cut into bars.
All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only and nutrition may vary according to exact products and the online nutrition calculator being used. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on EatMoveMake.com should only be used as a general guideline.

Nutrition

Calories: 91kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 69mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
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Liz is a midwestern mom gone southern (accent in transition). She lives in North Carolina and loves cooking, baking, traveling, movies, crafts, hot and cold tea, wine, pizza and the occasional nap. She also revels in the fact she's a crazy cat lady.

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  1. Jagruti says

    August 20, 2021 at 10:59 pm

    Oh my gosh. The pink wafer cookies are a childhood favorite of mind. This is such a creative recipe, I will definitely be making.

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  2. Chef Dennis says

    August 20, 2021 at 10:55 pm

    Yum! These Chocolate Caramel Wafer Bars are really delish! My sons want more.

    Reply
  3. Amy Liu Dong says

    August 20, 2021 at 10:50 pm

    Wow! That is so easy and delicious. I will def try that recipe.

    Reply
  4. Jenny says

    August 20, 2021 at 7:21 pm

    This turned out great! So delicious and easy to make, will be making again soon!

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