Candy Topped Bars

Indulge in the ultimate treat with these decadent Candy Topped Bars, a delightful fusion of creamy caramel, buttery cookie crust, and a vibrant medley of your favorite chopped candy bars like Snickers, M&Ms, and Reese’s. Perfectly sweet and incredibly satisfying, this easy-to-make dessert starts with a crumbly, golden-baked base, topped with a luscious layer of homemade caramel, and finished with a colorful candy crunch. Ready in under an hour, these bars are perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever your sweet tooth calls. Their irresistible combination of textures and flavors makes them a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s sure to vanish from the plate. Bake, chill, and serve these show-stopping Candy Topped Bars for a fun and delicious way to satisfy everyone’s candy cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup caramel candies, unwrapped
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1.5 cups assorted candy bars (e.g., Snickers, M&Ms, Reese’s), chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt until a crumbly dough forms.

Step 3

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the base layer. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to smooth it out.

Step 4

Bake the base for 15 minutes, or until it turns lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly while preparing the caramel layer.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, unwrapped caramel candies, and heavy cream. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully melted, about 4–5 minutes.

Step 6

Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the baked base, using a spatula to spread it into an even layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped candy bars across the caramel layer while it is still warm, gently pressing them into the surface to help them stick.

Step 8

Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the caramel layer is bubbling slightly around the edges.

Step 9

Remove the bars from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 30 minutes. Then transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to fully set.

Step 10

Once chilled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars from the pan. Place them on a cutting board and slice into 16 squares or desired serving sizes.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1651.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7384.6

Total Fat 351.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 198.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 717.1mg	0%
Sodium 2920.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1003.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 710.5g
Protein 90.0g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1663.2mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 3190.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 53.3%