Milky Way Brownies

Ingredients:

For The Brownies

  • 4 ounces butter melted
  • 1  cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2/3  cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For The Topping

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons half and half or heavy cream
  • 1 cup marshmallow cream
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350. Line a 9 x 9 baking dish with foil or parchment, and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, mix together the butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and stir until just combined.
  3. Pour the brownie mixture into the prepared pan, and spread evenly. Bake 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted one inch from the side of the pan comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  4. In a microwave safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and half and half. Heat on 50% power for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat, until the chocolate is melted. Stir in the marshmallow cream and spread the mixture over the brownies. Refrigerate until chilled.
  5. Pour the caramel sauce over the top of the brownies and spread evenly. In a small microwave safe bowl, melt the milk chocolate chips at 50% power, stirring every thirty seconds. Drizzle the chocolate over the caramel layer, and serve.

FAQs:

  • What are Milky Way Brownies?
    • Milky Way Brownies are decadent brownies that incorporate pieces of Milky Way candy bars into the batter. These brownies combine the rich flavors of chocolate, caramel, and nougat from the candy bars with the fudgy goodness of brownies.
  • How do I make Milky Way Brownies?
    • To make Milky Way Brownies, prepare your favorite brownie batter, either from scratch or using a boxed mix. Chop Milky Way candy bars into small pieces and fold them into the batter. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish, bake according to the recipe’s instructions, and let cool before cutting into squares.
  • Can I use other types of candy bars in place of Milky Way?
    • Yes, you can substitute Milky Way candy bars with other types of candy bars if desired. Snickers, Twix, or Mars bars can work well and provide different flavor combinations while maintaining the candy bar and brownie fusion.
  • How should I store Milky Way Brownies?
    • Store Milky Way Brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. For longer storage, you can refrigerate them for up to a week or freeze them for up to three months. Thaw frozen brownies at room temperature before serving.
  • Can I make Milky Way Brownies with a brownie mix?
    • Yes, you can easily make Milky Way Brownies using a boxed brownie mix. Simply prepare the mix according to the package instructions, fold in chopped Milky Way pieces, and bake as directed. This is a convenient option if you’re short on time or ingredients.

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