1. Make the Nougat
Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat.
Stir in marshmallow fluff, condensed milk, and vanilla until smooth.
Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar until thick.
Press into a parchment-lined 8x8-inch pan and chill 30 minutes.
2. Add the Caramel
Melt caramels and cream in a microwave (30-sec intervals) until smooth.
Pour over nougat and spread evenly. Chill 20 minutes.
3. Cut & Coat in Chocolate
Slice into bars (wipe knife with hot water for clean cuts).
Melt chocolate + coconut oil, then dip each bar.
Place on parchment and sprinkle with sea salt (if using).
4. Set & Enjoy!
Chill 15 minutes until chocolate hardens.
Pro Tips
🔥 Smoother caramel? Use homemade caramel sauce instead of candies.
🍫 Dark chocolate fan? Use semisweet or dark chocolate chips.
🍯 Sticky hands? Lightly grease your knife before slicing.
FAQs
Can I freeze these?
Yes! Layer between parchment and freeze for 1 month.
Why is my nougat crumbly?
Overmixed or too much powdered sugar—add 1 tsp milk to soften.
No marshmallow fluff?
Melt 1½ cups mini marshmallows + 1 tsp corn syrup instead.
Serving Ideas
🎁 Gift them – Package in cute boxes with ribbon
☕ Coffee pairing – Perfect with espresso
🍦 Ice cream topping – Chop and sprinkle over vanilla ice cream
Final Thoughts
These homemade Milky Way bars are pure candy bar magic—so delicious, you’ll never buy them again!
Warning: Hide a few for yourself… they disappear fast!
