A delightful twist on the classic German Chocolate Bars, these bars are rich, gooey, and perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Always preheat your oven to ensure even baking.
In a double boiler, melt the caramels with 1/2 cup of evaporated milk until smooth. Set aside.
Stir constantly to prevent the caramel from burning.
In a mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, melted butter, 1/3 cup evaporated milk, chopped pecans, and 1 cup of chocolate chips. Mix until the dough holds together.
Use your hands to mix for better consistency.
Press half of the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking pan. Bake for 6 minutes.
Ensure the base is evenly pressed for uniform baking.
Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the baked base.
Spread the chips evenly for a consistent chocolate layer.
Drizzle the melted caramel over the chocolate chips.
Use a spatula to spread the caramel evenly.
Crumble the remaining dough mixture over the caramel layer.
Crumble evenly to cover the caramel layer.
Bake for an additional 15-18 minutes. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Place in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process.