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Easy Ooey Gooey Bars

A delightful blend of sweet and creamy, these Easy Ooey Gooey Bars are perfect for any occasion, whether at a potluck or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Melted
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chopped nuts (pecans, peanuts, or walnuts)
Chocolate Topping
  • 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • optional N/A additional chopped nuts for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it well.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and evaporated milk together. Stir constantly until the mixture reaches a boil.
  3. Continue cooking until it hits the soft-ball stage (235°F to 240°F), about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and chopped nuts. Pour this mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly.
Topping
  1. Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth.
  2. Pour the melted chocolate over the base and spread it out evenly.
Setting
  1. Chill the pan in the refrigerator for about 1-2 hours to allow the bars to set properly.
  2. Once set, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan.
  3. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

These bars are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special touch.