These Salted Caramel Almond Bars feature a buttery shortbread crust topped with a rich, chewy almond caramel layer and a sprinkle of sea salt.
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, cold
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups sliced almonds
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp flaky sea salt
1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking pan.
2. Pulse flour, sugar, butter, and salt for the crust.
3. Press into pan and bake for 15 minutes.
4. Boil brown sugar, honey, and cream in a saucepan.
5. Stir in almonds and vanilla extract.
6. Pour mixture over the baked crust.
7. Bake for 15-20 more minutes until bubbling.
8. Cool completely, sprinkle with sea salt, and slice.
Store at room temperature for up to one week.
Freeze for up to 3 months in airtight containers.
Swap almonds for pecans for a different flavor.