Description
Better than anything chocolate bars blend rich caramel, chocolate, and toffee into one incredible dessert. Sweet layers and crisp textures make this treat irresistible for chocolate enthusiasts who crave indulgent moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box (15.25 oz / 432 g) devils food cake mix
- 1 can (14 oz / 397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (180 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup (120 g) caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup (60 g) toffee bits (Heath or Skor)
- ½ tsp sea salt (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare Base: Mix cake mix, melted butter, and egg in a large bowl until a cohesive, slightly tacky dough emerges. Press the mixture evenly into a parchment-lined or greased 9×13-inch baking dish, ensuring complete coverage and uniform thickness.
- Bake Foundation: Position the pan in the center of a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges turn golden and the center looks set. Remove and allow to cool completely at room temperature, creating a sturdy base for additional layers.
- Final Preparation: Once the base has reached room temperature, it is primed and ready for adding remaining toppings and transforming into a delectable dessert bar with a perfectly crisp foundation and inviting texture.
Notes
- Ensure Even Mixing: Thoroughly blend cake mix, butter, and egg to prevent dry pockets and create a uniform texture that guarantees consistent flavor in every bite.
- Master the Dough Spread: Use clean hands or a spatula to distribute dough evenly, pressing gently into pan corners to prevent uneven baking and ensure a perfectly smooth base.
- Rack Positioning Matters: Center the baking dish on the middle oven rack for balanced heat circulation, preventing burned edges or undercooked centers that can compromise the dessert’s quality.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow base to cool completely at room temperature, which helps set the foundation and prevents toppings from melting or sliding off the bar, maintaining structural integrity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg