Better Than Anything Bars
Better Than Anything Bars are ultra-decadent layered dessert bars made with a chocolate cake base, caramel, sweetened condensed milk, whipped topping, and crunchy toffee bits. A no-fuss indulgence perfect for casual gatherings or a make-ahead treat to keep in the fridge.
Ingredients
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 jar 12 oz caramel sauce
- 1 cup crushed toffee bits such as Heath
- 1 ½ cups whipped topping or whipped cream
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Make the Base: Mix chocolate cake mix with melted butter until a thick dough forms.
- Press and Bake the Crust: Press dough into dish and bake for 12–15 minutes until set.
- Add the Gooey Layers: Pour sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce over warm crust.
- Sprinkle and Bake Again: Add half the toffee bits and bake again for 10 minutes.
- Cool Completely: Let the bars cool fully at room temperature.
- Top and Garnish: Spread whipped topping and sprinkle remaining toffee bits and mini chocolate chips.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, then slice and enjoy!