Yum Yum Bars

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with these irresistible Yum Yum Bars! Featuring a buttery, crumbly crust topped with layers of rich caramel, gooey semi-sweet chocolate, and crunchy pecans (optional), these bars are the perfect balance of sweetness and texture. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total bake time of 35 minutes, this recipe is easy enough for weeknight treats yet decadent enough for special occasions. The creamy caramel layer, made with sweetened condensed milk, takes center stage, creating a luscious contrast to the golden crust and melty chocolate topping. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or an indulgent snack, these dessert bars are bound to become a family favorite. Make a batch of Yum Yum Bars today and savor every bite of this crowd-pleasing confection! Keywords: Yum Yum Bars recipe, caramel chocolate bars, dessert bars with pecans, quick dessert ideas

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the butter, flour, and brown sugar. Mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the crust.

Step 3

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk and corn syrup. Stir constantly for 7-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and takes on a light caramel color.

Step 5

Pour the caramel mixture evenly over the baked crust. Use a spatula to smooth it out if needed.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chocolate chips and pecans (if using) evenly over the caramel layer.

Step 7

Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate chips are just melting and the edges of the dessert are bubbling slightly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan, about 1-2 hours. For quicker cooling, place the pan in the refrigerator once it has cooled slightly at room temperature.

Step 9

Once completely cooled, cut into squares or bars, and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1279 grams (1279.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5360

Total Fat 240.90g	309%
Saturated Fat 124.30g	622%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 383mg	128%
Sodium 583mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate 787.40g	286%
Dietary Fiber 29.50g	105%
Total Sugars 562.50g
Protein 80.20g	160%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 1390mg	107%
Iron 21mg	116%
Potassium 2252mg	48%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 55.9%