Description
Better Than Anything Bars are a decadent dessert featuring a buttery yellow cake base topped with chocolate chips, toffee bits, sweetened condensed milk, and caramel sauce. Baked until golden and gooey, these bars combine sweet and crunchy textures into an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Layer
- 1 package yellow cake mix
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
Toppings
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup toffee bits
Drizzle
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
- Mix Base Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the yellow cake mix, melted butter, and egg until the mixture is smooth and consistent.
- Press Base Layer: Evenly press the cake mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a uniform base layer for the bars.
- Add Chocolate and Toffee: Sprinkle the chocolate chips and toffee bits evenly over the cake base to distribute flavor and texture throughout the bars.
- Drizzle Sweet Toppings: Pour the sweetened condensed milk followed by the caramel sauce over the chocolate and toffee layers, covering all the toppings for a luscious finish.
- Bake the Bars: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center is set but still slightly gooey.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares to ensure they hold their shape and serve easily.
Notes
- Ensure the baking dish is well greased to prevent sticking.
- Use full-fat caramel sauce for richer flavor and meltability.
- Allow bars to cool fully; warm bars may be too soft to cut cleanly.
- For added texture, consider adding chopped nuts alongside the toffee bits.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
