Decadent Peanut Butter Caramel Slice with Chocolate Topping: A Triple-Layer Treat

Indulge in the ultimate dessert with our Peanut Butter Caramel Slice, which layers rich caramel between a crunchy biscuit base and a luscious chocolate peanut butter topping. This slice combines the comforting flavors of chocolate, peanut butter, and caramel in a mouth-watering treat that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Perfect for those who adore a mix of textures and flavors that satisfy every dessert craving.

Why You’ll Love This Peanut Butter Caramel Slice

• Irresistible Flavor Combo: Chocolate and peanut butter are a match made in heaven, and with the addition of smooth caramel, this dessert becomes an instant favorite.
• Crunchy and Creamy Layers: The buttery biscuit base provides a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy caramel and the smooth chocolate-peanut butter topping.
• Customizable: While this recipe features Reese’s products, you can easily customize the chocolate and peanut butter elements to suit your taste or what’s available in your pantry.

Perfect Occasion

This Peanut Butter Caramel Slice is perfect for dessert tables at parties, potlucks, or as a special treat during the holidays. It’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any event where you want to impress with minimal effort.

Decoration Tips

• Add Texture with Toppings: Sprinkle crushed peanuts, sea salt, or even a drizzle of additional melted peanut butter over the top for added texture and flavor.
• Elegant Plating: Serve individual slices on plates with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cocoa powder to elevate the presentation.
• Serve with a Smile: Present these slices alongside coffee or tea to complement their richness and round off a meal perfectly.

Ingredients

• Base:
  • 200g digestive biscuits, crushed
  • 125g butter, melted
• Caramel Layer:
  • 395g can of condensed milk
  • 75g butter
  • 80g (¼ cup) golden syrup
• Top Layer:
  • 130g milk chocolate, melted
  • 50g natural peanut butter
  • Reese’s peanut butter cups, minis, and baking chips for topping

Prepare the Base:

1. Mix the crushed digestive biscuits with melted butter until well combined.
2. Press the mixture firmly into a lined loaf tin and refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.

Make the Caramel:

1. In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, butter, and golden syrup.
2. Stir over medium-low heat for 7-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and turns a dark golden brown.
3. Pour the caramel over the chilled biscuit base and return to the fridge for another 30 minutes until it begins to set.

Create the Chocolate Layer:

1. Melt the milk chocolate in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
2. Stir in the peanut butter to the melted chocolate.
3. Pour this mixture over the set caramel layer and smooth the top.
4. Chop the Reese’s peanut butter cups and sprinkle them over the chocolate layer.

Chill and Serve:

1. Refrigerate the slice for a few hours until completely set.
2. Once set, cut into slices and serve chilled.

Enjoy this divine Peanut Butter Caramel Slice, a sweet symphony of flavors that makes it a perfect treat for any dessert lover!