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Homemade Milky Way Bars

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A delicious homemade version of the classic Milky Way candy bar, featuring layers of smooth nougat, gooey caramel, and a rich milk chocolate coating. Perfect for gifting, snacking, or enjoying as a nostalgic treat.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 small bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips (nougat layer)
  • 1 cup marshmallow fluff
  • 1/4 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 bag (11 oz) soft caramels
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 3 cups milk chocolate chips (coating)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
  2. Melt 2 cups milk chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  3. Mix in marshmallow fluff and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and creamy.
  4. Spread nougat mixture evenly in the pan and freeze for 15–20 minutes.
  5. Melt caramels with heavy cream in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour caramel over the chilled nougat layer and spread evenly. Freeze for 30–40 minutes until set but still soft.
  7. Lift the slab out of the pan using parchment and cut into bars or rectangles.
  8. Melt 3 cups milk chocolate chips with oil until smooth and glossy.
  9. Dip each bar into melted chocolate using a fork, allowing excess to drip off. Place on parchment paper.
  10. Refrigerate the dipped bars for 30 minutes until fully set.

Notes

  • Use dark chocolate for a richer version.
  • Sprinkle sea salt over caramel for a salted-caramel twist.
  • Cut bars while firm for cleaner edges.
  • Chill dipped bars slightly before serving to maintain shape.
  • Use silicone molds for evenly shaped bars and easier removal.

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