Get ready to indulge in the ultimate sweet treat with these irresistibly gooey "Knock You Nakeds" bars! Layers of decadent German chocolate cake dough, sweet melted caramel, and a generous sprinkling of semisweet chocolate chips create a dessert that’s as rich as it is satisfying. A touch of chopped pecans adds optional crunch and nutty goodness. With just 20 minutes of prep, these bars come together effortlessly—perfect for sharing at potlucks or as a crowd-pleasing dessert. Pro tip: Chill them before slicing for clean, picture-perfect squares! This layered dessert is the ultimate blend of chocolate, caramel, and nostalgia—a must-try recipe for anyone with a sweet tooth.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the German chocolate cake mix, melted butter, and 1/3 cup of the evaporated milk. Stir until a thick dough forms.
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Press one portion evenly into the prepared baking dish to create the base layer.
Bake the base layer in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
While the base layer bakes, heat the caramels and the remaining 1/3 cup of evaporated milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the caramels are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
Pour the melted caramel mixture evenly over the partially baked cookie base. Sprinkle the chocolate chips and chopped pecans (if using) over the caramel layer.
Take the second portion of dough and flatten it into small pieces with your hands. Carefully layer these flattened pieces over the top of the caramel and chocolate chip layer, covering most of the surface (it's okay if some caramel peeks through).
Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 18–20 minutes, or until the top layer is set.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. For easier cutting, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour after cooling.
Serve and enjoy the sweet, gooey, and indulgent treat!
Serving size | (1602.6g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 7290.4 |
Total Fat 398.0g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 216.9g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
Cholesterol 551.7mg | 0% |
Sodium 4265.2mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 946.8g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 33.6g | 0% |
Total Sugars 625.4g | |
Protein 65.6g | 0% |
Vitamin D 134.4IU | 0% |
Calcium 1951.0mg | 0% |
Iron 23.8mg | 0% |
Potassium 2904.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories