Easy Homemade Milky Way Bars
Indulge in the delightful layers of soft nougat, creamy caramel, and rich chocolate coating in these homemade Milky Way bars—a fun and delicious treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Nougat Layer
- 2 cups milk chocolate chips (for the nougat layer)
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff (or marshmallow crème)
- ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
Caramel Layer
- 1 bag soft caramels (11 oz / 311 g)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Chocolate Coating
- 3 cups milk chocolate chips (for the chocolate coating)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or coconut oil)
Instructions
Prepare the Nougat Layer
- Melt 2 cups of milk chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second increments, stirring well until smooth.
- Stir in 1 cup marshmallow fluff and ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk until fully combined.
Spread the Nougat Mixture
- Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper. Pour the nougat mixture into the pan and spread evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Make the Caramel Layer
- In a saucepan, melt the bag of soft caramels with 2 tablespoons of heavy cream over low heat, stirring continuously until smooth.
Spread the Caramel Layer
- Once the nougat is firm, pour the melted caramel over it in the pan and spread evenly. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes.
Prepare the Chocolate Coating
- Melt 3 cups of milk chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil (or coconut oil) in a clean bowl.
Coat the Bars
- Cut the chilled nougat and caramel into bars. Dip each bar in the melted chocolate until fully coated.
- Place the coated bars on a parchment-lined tray.
Let the Chocolate Set
- Allow chocolate-coated bars to sit at room temperature until hardened, or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to speed up the process.
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Notes
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days, refrigerated for about a week, or frozen for longer storage. Customize the bars with different nuts, flavors, or chocolate types for variation.