{"id":53435,"date":"2025-11-20T04:15:50","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T04:15:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=53435"},"modified":"2025-11-20T04:19:20","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T04:19:20","slug":"salt-river-bars-layer-milk-chocolate-ritz-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/salt-river-bars-layer-milk-chocolate-ritz-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Decadent Salt River Bars With Heavenly Chocolate Layer &#8211; Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Salt River Bars<\/strong> stole my heart the first time I tasted them at Liberty Market. Crisp crackers, gooey caramel, and a glossy chocolate layer sprinkled with flaky sea salt \u2014 it\u2019s the kind of dessert that makes you stop mid-conversation and stare lovingly at your plate. If you\u2019ve been craving that exact combo, this is your homemade ticket to crispy, chewy, salty-sweet bliss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll fall for these bars<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These aren\u2019t your average cookie. They\u2019re a texture party: buttery snap from the crackers, chewy, almost fudgy caramel, and a smooth chocolate blanket that cracks satisfyingly when you bite it. <strong>If you love contrasts \u2014 sweet vs. salty, tender vs. crunchy \u2014 these bars deliver.<\/strong> They\u2019re also seriously shareable and forgiving to make, which is why I end up gifting trays to neighbors and vanishing them at potlucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the bar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Liberty Market locals treat <strong>Salt River Bars<\/strong> like a little culinary treasure. I\u2019d only ever had them out, until curiosity and a little internet sleuthing pushed me to recreate them. After testing several versions and tweaking ratios, I landed on this riff \u2014 a layered cracker-caramel-chocolate stack that\u2019s equal parts nostalgic and dangerously moreish. FYI: it\u2019s much easier than it looks. Kids can help lay the crackers, and the caramel is basically a four-ingredient hug in a saucepan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredient breakdown (what each part does)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>90 Club crackers<\/strong> \u2014 these give the bar structure and a buttery crunch; you can also use <strong>Ritz Bars<\/strong> style crackers if you prefer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup salted butter<\/strong> \u2014 builds the caramel\u2019s richness; salted butter works well because it layers in savory flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2 cups light <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/maple-brown-sugar-cookies-cozy-chewy-fall-cookies-with-brown-butter-maple-glaze\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"732\">brown sugar \u2014<\/a> the moisture and caramel notes come from here; packed is key.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 cup graham cracker crumbs<\/strong> \u2014 this is the slightly surprising ingredient that helps the caramel set and gives body to the layers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>3\/4 cup heavy cream<\/strong> \u2014 adds silkiness and prevents the caramel from getting too hard once chilled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1 1\/2 cups milk chocolate chips<\/strong> + <strong>1\/2 cup butterscotch chips<\/strong> + <strong>1\/2 cup creamy peanut butter<\/strong> \u2014 this trio melts into a thick, shiny topping that\u2019s part chocolate, part butterscotch, part PB dream. Think <strong>Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars<\/strong> energy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maldon sea salt<\/strong> \u2014 the finishing touch that transforms sweet to sublime.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick note on crackers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll see recipes for similar treats called <strong>Ritz Bars<\/strong> or even <strong>Salteen Cracker Dessert<\/strong> versions that use saltines; those are tasty too. In my tests, Club crackers made the bar feel richer and more buttery \u2014 closer to the Liberty Market original. If you want a lighter snap, try saltines for a <strong>Saltine Dessert Recipes<\/strong> spin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-2.webp\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Salt River Bars stacked on a board, featuring layers of caramel, crackers, and chocolate, styled like Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars and Salt River Bar Cookies, showcasing this Salt River Bars Recipe as a twist on Ritz Bars and a simple Salteen Cracker Dessert, perfect for fans of Saltine Dessert Recipes, beautifully arranged like Chocolate Candy Bars On Tray with a hint of Sweet &amp; Salty S'mores Bars inspiration.\" class=\"wp-image-53438\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step \u2014 How to make Salt River Bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Line and prep.<\/strong> Line a 9\u00d713 pan with parchment paper, leaving two long edges long for easy removal. Spray lightly with nonstick spray.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>First cracker layer.<\/strong> Lay crackers to cover the bottom. I used five rows of six Club crackers; cut edges to fit. <strong>Work quickly<\/strong> so the caramel stays hot when you pour it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the caramel.<\/strong> In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt the butter with brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs, and heavy cream over medium heat, stirring constantly. Bring to a rolling boil and keep it there <strong>for exactly 7 minutes<\/strong>, stirring. This is where the magic happens \u2014 the blend thickens and transforms into caramel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer one.<\/strong> Pour half the caramel onto the first cracker layer and spread carefully to the edges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Second cracker layer.<\/strong> Immediately add another full cracker layer, pressing lightly so they touch the caramel but don\u2019t sink.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Layer two.<\/strong> Pour the remaining caramel evenly over the second cracker layer, then add the final cracker sheet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill.<\/strong> Pop the pan into the fridge to let the layers set while you melt the topping.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make the topping.<\/strong> Microwave milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 30\u201345 seconds, stir, then heat in 15-second bursts stirring until silky smooth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Top and salt.<\/strong> Pour and spread the chocolate mixture evenly over the top cracker layer. Sprinkle Maldon sea salt to taste \u2014 about 1 teaspoon over the whole pan is my jam.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Final chill and cut.<\/strong> Chill 1\u20132 hours until fully set. Use the parchment edges to lift the slab out, then slice into bars with a <strong>very sharp knife<\/strong>. Warm the blade under hot water and dry between cuts for cleaner slices.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Boil time matters.<\/strong> Cook the caramel at a steady boil for the full 7 minutes. Under-boil = runny; over-boil = rock-hard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stir constantly.<\/strong> Use a heavy-bottomed pan and keep the caramel moving so it cooks evenly and doesn\u2019t scorch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Work fast between steps.<\/strong> Pour hot caramel onto crackers quickly\u2014heat helps it saturate the crackers just right.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill properly.<\/strong> Don\u2019t rush the chill. <strong>Chilling makes slicing neat and keeps layers intact.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Salt finish.<\/strong> Maldon sea salt adds texture and balances the sweetness \u2014 don\u2019t skip it. <strong>A little goes a long way.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations you\u2019ll love<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Double chocolate:<\/strong> Swap milk chips for dark chocolate and add a handful of mini chocolate chips on top for extra texture. Great if you love <strong>Chocolate Candy Bars On Tray<\/strong> vibes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No-peanut version:<\/strong> Replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free twist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Butterscotch-forward:<\/strong> Increase the butterscotch chips for a richer, toffee-like finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Saltine spin:<\/strong> Use saltines for a lighter, ultra-salty base \u2014 similar to other <strong>Saltine Dessert Recipes<\/strong> you may have seen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>S\u2019mores mash-up:<\/strong> Add mini marshmallows between layers and a bit of graham cracker crumbs on top for a <strong>Sweet &amp; Salty S&#8217;mores Bars<\/strong> feel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cookie-style:<\/strong> Cut into <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/french-salted-butter-cookies-classic-french-cookies-with-a-salty-twist\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"730\">cookie-sized squares and you\u2019ve got portable Salt River Bar<\/a><strong> Cookies<\/strong> for lunchboxes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve Salt River Bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Serve chilled or at room temp. They\u2019re perfect with coffee, milk, or a hot cup of tea. For parties, stack them on a platter for a stunning dessert display \u2014 they look like decadent little <strong>Chocolate Candy Bars On Tray<\/strong> when arranged neatly. Want to be fancy? Warm slightly and drizzle extra melted chocolate or a little caramel over each bar before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-3.webp\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Salt River Bars stacked on a board, featuring layers of caramel, crackers, and chocolate, styled like Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars and Salt River Bar Cookies, showcasing this Salt River Bars Recipe as a twist on Ritz Bars and a simple Salteen Cracker Dessert, perfect for fans of Saltine Dessert Recipes, beautifully arranged like Chocolate Candy Bars On Tray with a hint of Sweet &amp; Salty S'mores Bars inspiration.\" class=\"wp-image-53439\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-3.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-3-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-3-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-3-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage &amp; leftovers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Refrigerator:<\/strong> Store in an airtight container for up to 7 days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Freezer:<\/strong> Wrap the whole slab tightly and freeze up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge overnight before slicing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serving tip:<\/strong> If fridge-cold is too firm, let bars sit at room temp for 10\u201315 minutes before serving to soften slightly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs (quick answers)<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1763611276269\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I halve the recipe?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes \u2014 scale everything proportionally and use an 8\u00d78 pan.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1763611282445\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>My caramel is grainy \u2014 help!<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Use fresh sugar and stir constantly. If it still crystals, a splash of corn syrup next time helps prevent graininess.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1763611289411\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use other crackers?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely. <strong>Ritz Bars<\/strong> or Club crackers work great; saltines give a sharper salty punch reminiscent of other <strong>Salteen Cracker Dessert<\/strong> takes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1763611295956\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do these need refrigeration?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Not strictly, but refrigeration keeps the topping firm and the caramel stable \u2014 plus they last longer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts \u2014 shareable, nostalgic, addictive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This Salt River Bars riff hits the nostalgia button while staying totally achievable in a home kitchen. It\u2019s one of those treats that feels special without being finicky \u2014 a winner for potlucks, holidays, or anytime you want a tray of something dangerously good. Whether you call them <strong>Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars<\/strong>, <strong>Ritz Bars<\/strong>, or classic <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/salt-river-bars-the-ultimate-dessert-bar-recipe-youll-crave\/\"  data-wpil-monitor-id=\"731\">Salt River Bars Recipe<\/a><\/strong> treats, they pack a luxurious mix of textures and flavors everyone will ask about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what are you waiting for? Grab a pan, enlist a kid (or an eager neighbor), and make a batch. Leave a comment and tell me if you prefer the classic Liberty Market style or your personalized twist \u2014 IMO, either way, you\u2019ll end up licking the spatula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-4.webp\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Salt River Bars stacked on a board, featuring layers of caramel, crackers, and chocolate, styled like Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars and Salt River Bar Cookies, showcasing this Salt River Bars Recipe as a twist on Ritz Bars and a simple 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62.6C407.5 15.9 326 24.3 275.7 76.2L256 96.5l-19.7-20.3C186.1 24.3 104.5 15.9 49.7 62.6c-62.8 53.6-66.1 149.8-9.9 207.9l193.5 199.8c12.5 12.9 32.8 12.9 45.3 0l193.5-199.8c56.3-58.1 53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Decadent-Salt-River-Bars-With-Heavenly-Chocolate-Layer-Milk-Chocolate-Ritz-Bars-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Overhead shot of Salt River Bars stacked on a board, featuring layers of caramel, crackers, and chocolate, styled like Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars and Salt River Bar Cookies, showcasing this Salt River Bars Recipe as a twist on Ritz Bars and a simple Salteen Cracker Dessert, perfect for fans of Saltine Dessert Recipes, beautifully arranged like Chocolate Candy Bars On Tray with a hint of Sweet &amp; Salty S&#039;mores Bars inspiration.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Decadent Salt River Bars With Heavenly Chocolate Layer &#8211; Milk Chocolate Ritz Bars<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-outer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-stars\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position: absolute;width: 0;height: 0;overflow: hidden\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<defs>\n<symbol viewbox=\"9 9 46 42\" id=\"wpt-star-full\">\n<path d=\"m46.3 52-14.4-9.5-14.4 9.4L22 35.3 8.7 24.5l17.1-.9 6.2-16 6 16 17.2 1-13.4 10.7z\" \/>\n<\/symbol>\n<\/defs>\n<\/svg>\n<span class=\"tasty-recipes-ratings-buttons 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Star\t\t\t<\/span>\t\t<\/i>\t<\/span><\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-label\"><span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\" class=\"rating-label\">No reviews<\/span><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-details\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"author\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAuthor:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTotal Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-total-time\">30 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"yield\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-cutlery\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYield:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-yield\"><span data-amount=\"30\">30<\/span> bars <span 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These Salt River Bars are the kind of treat people taste once and immediately ask, \u201cUh\u2026 where have these been all my life?\u201d<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a55999e\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a55999e\" aria-label=\"90 Club crackers\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a55999e\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"90\">90<\/span> Club crackers<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599ae\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599ae\" aria-label=\"1 cup salted butter\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599ae\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> salted butter<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599bb\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599bb\" aria-label=\"2 cups packed light brown sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599bb\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"cup\">2 cups<\/span> packed light brown sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599c8\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599c8\" aria-label=\"1 cup graham cracker crumbs\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599c8\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 cup<\/span> graham cracker crumbs<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599d5\" 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cup<\/span> butterscotch chips<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599fa\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599fa\" aria-label=\"\u00bd cup creamy peanut butter\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a5599fa\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">\u00bd cup<\/span> creamy peanut butter<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a559a05\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a559a05\" aria-label=\"Maldon sea salt, for topping\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f3a4a559a05\"><\/label><\/span>Maldon sea salt, for topping<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\" data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"987\">\n<p data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"987\"><strong data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"796\">Prep your pan.<\/strong><br data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"799\" \/>Line a 9\u00d713-inch baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the long sides hang over so you can lift the bars out later. Lightly coat the parchment and pan sides with nonstick spray.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\" data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1182\">\n<p data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1182\"><strong data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"1018\">Lay down the crackers.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1018\" data-end=\"1021\" \/>Arrange a full, even layer of Club crackers across the bottom. Trim pieces if needed so the whole surface is covered. (Five rows of six usually do the trick.)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\" data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1383\">\n<p data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1383\"><strong data-start=\"1187\" data-end=\"1213\">Cook the caramel base.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1216\" \/>In a sturdy medium saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, graham crumbs, and heavy cream. Set it over medium heat and stir nonstop as everything melts together.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\" data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1524\">\n<p data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1524\"><strong data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1409\">Boil the mixture.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1412\" \/>Once it starts bubbling, keep it at a steady boil for 7 minutes, stirring the whole time so nothing scorches.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\" data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1717\">\n<p data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1717\"><strong data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1556\">Build the first layers.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1559\" \/>Pour half the hot caramel over the crackers and smooth it out to the edges. Quickly add a second full layer of crackers on top before the caramel firms up.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\" data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1850\">\n<p data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1850\"><strong data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1739\">Add the rest.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1742\" \/>Spread the remaining caramel over that second cracker layer, then top off with a final sheet of crackers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\" data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1972\">\n<p data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1972\"><strong data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1874\">Chill the base.<\/strong><br data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1877\" \/>Pop the pan into the fridge so the caramel can firm up while you prep the chocolate topping.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-8\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2227\">\n<p data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2227\"><strong data-start=\"1977\" data-end=\"2006\">Make the chocolate layer.<\/strong><br data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2009\" \/>Combine the milk chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30\u201345 seconds, stir, then continue microwaving in 15-second bursts until everything melts smooth and glossy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-9\" data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2410\">\n<p data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2410\"><strong data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2251\">Finish the top.<\/strong><br data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2254\" \/>Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the chilled cracker stack and spread it evenly. Add a sprinkle of Maldon sea salt \u2014 a light scattering does wonders.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-10\" data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2652\">\n<p data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2652\"><strong data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2442\">Final chill and slice.<\/strong><br data-start=\"2442\" data-end=\"2445\" \/>Refrigerate for 1\u20132 hours until fully set. Use the parchment overhang to lift the whole slab out of the pan, then slice with a sharp knife. Wiping the blade between cuts keeps the squares clean and neat.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Serving Size:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-serving-size\">1 Bar<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">269<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">20g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">192mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">16g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Saturated Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-saturated-fat\">8.3g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Unsaturated Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-unsaturated-fat\">6.8g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Trans Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-trans-fat\">0.3g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">29g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fiber:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fiber\">0.8g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">2.7g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Cholesterol:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cholesterol\">25mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Salt River Bars stole my heart the first time I tasted them at Liberty Market. 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