Out of This World Milky Way Fudge Brownies
Delicious Brownies Thanks to Milky Way Candy Bars!
Looking for a brownie that goes above and beyond?
These fudge Milky Way brownies are deliciously sweet thanks to chopped Milky Way bars tucked right into the batter, each bite is filled with chewy caramel and creamy nougat that hold their shape.
It’s the kind of dessert that feels right at home in a lunchbox, on a bake sale table, or at your next retro-themed get-together.
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What Happens When You Combine a Candy Bar and a brownie?
Candy Bar Magic: Why Milky Way Makes It Better
Bake It Like It’s 1959: The Step-by-Step Recipe
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What Happens When You Combine a Candy Bar and a Brownie?
You get a gooey, fudgy slice of retro heaven!
These fudgy caramel brownies are rich and sweet like your grandma’s best baked treats but with a surprise twist a melty caramel center thanks to chopped Milky Way bars that doesnt melt.
If you want even more Milky Way flavor use milky way pudding and pie filling in this recipe
A Quick Bite of Milky Way History
Did you know the Milky Way bar was created by Frank Mars in 1923, it was America’s first candy bar with a creamy nougat and caramel center, covered in milk chocolate.
The idea was to mimic a malted milkshake in candy form a real treat during the soda fountain era!
Candy Bar Magic: Why Milky Way Makes It Better
Every bite has a soft caramel surprise! Unlike chocolate chips that melt away into the batter, Milky Way chunks hold their shape just enough to create gooey, chewy pockets of caramel and nougat in every square.
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🍫 Milky Way Fudge Brownies
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 9–12 brownies
Category: Dessert
Vibe: Retro Bake Sale Treat, Father’s Day
✨ Ingredients
1 box brownie mix (or your favorite homemade recipe)
1 small box chocolate pudding mix or Milky Way Pudding (3.25 oz)
1 cup chopped Milky Way candy bars (about 12 half-inch pieces)
2 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
Optional: Extra Milky Way chunks or chocolate chips for topping
🥄 Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (or according to your brownie mix instructions). Grease an 8x8 or 9x9 baking dish.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix and dry pudding mix.
Step 3: Add eggs, oil, and water. Stir until just combined don’t overmix!
Step 4: Fold in the chopped Milky Way bars..
Step 5: .Pour the batter into your prepared dish and smooth the top. Optional variation: Pour in half the batter, then arrange candy pieces in a grid one per brownie square cover with remaining batter.
Step 6: Bake for 30–35 minutes (check early if using a glass dish). A toothpick should come out with fudgy crumbs—not wet batter.
Step 7: Let cool before cutting into squares and have a cold glass of milk ready to go!
Note: Store brownies in an airtight container up to 3 days. We like them best 24 hours after they were baked.
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🍨 Five Sweet Ways to Serve Out Of This World Milky Way Fudge Brownies
Sundae Style
Top a warm brownie with a scoop of vanilla, a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce, whipped cream, and a cherry on top.A La Mode... with a Twist
Try Neapolitan ice cream for a vintage touch, or serve with malted milk ice cream for serious old-school flavor.Lunchbox
Wrap individual brownies in wax paper with a handwritten note—just like the ones Mom or Grandma used to sneak into your lunch.Bake Sale
Cut into perfect squares, dust lightly with powdered sugar, and stack them on a tiered cake stand lined with doilies for that charming bake sale look.Party Platter
Slice into small bites and arrange with toothpicks, sprinkles, or mini flags for retro cocktail party flair perfect for dessert trays or potlucks.
Whether you're baking for a crowd, sneaking a late-night bite these fudge brownies will hit the spot! Enjoy!
Out Of This World Milky Way Brownies
