Millionaire Magic Bars are the ultimate indulgent dessert combining buttery shortbread, gooey caramel, and a rich layer of chocolate. These bars are crispy, chewy, and sweet all in one bite, perfect for satisfying any sweet craving. They are easy to make, require simple ingredients, and deliver bakery-quality results right from your kitchen. Whether you’re baking for a party, a gift, or a cozy treat, these bars truly taste like edible gold.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup caramel sauce or soft caramels melted with 2 tbsp cream
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- ½ tsp sea salt for sprinkling
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter and graham cracker crumbs until well mixed. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the crust, spreading it gently to cover the base completely.
- Add an even layer of caramel sauce or melted caramels on top of the condensed milk.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the caramel layer, followed by chopped nuts if using.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center looks set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top for a sweet-salty flavor balance.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares for clean slices. Refrigerate for 1 hour for easier cutting.
