Get ready to experience a dessert that's about to become your new obsession! These Pretzel M&M Magic Bars are the ultimate sweet-and-salty sensation that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Imagine a crispy pretzel base, drenched in creamy condensed milk, layered with decadent chocolate chips, and crowned with colorful M&M's - it's a dessert that's part cookie, part candy, and 100% irresistible. Whether you're looking to impress at a potluck or satisfy your midnight craving, these magic bars are your ticket to dessert paradise!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 16 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup pretzels, crushed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup M&M's
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the paper overhangs on two sides for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, combine the crushed pretzels with melted butter. Mix thoroughly until the pretzels are completely coated and the mixture resembles a crumbly crust.
- Press the pretzel-butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating a compact base layer.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the pretzel crust, ensuring complete and uniform coverage.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips uniformly across the condensed milk layer, distributing them to cover the entire surface.
- Generously scatter M&M's over the chocolate chips, creating a colorful and decorative top layer.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the top is slightly bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan at room temperature for about 1 hour.
- Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board.
- Cut into 16 equal squares, wiping the knife clean between cuts for neat edges.
- Serve and enjoy your Pretzel M&M Magic Bars at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Tips
- Crush your pretzels to a consistent, fine texture for the best crust foundation.
- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing with the pretzel crumbs.
- Press the pretzel crust firmly to create a compact base that holds together.
- For extra richness, use a mix of milk and dark chocolate chips.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat squares.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a fun twist, experiment with different types of M&M's or seasonal varieties.
- Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
- Use a sharp knife and wipe it clean between cuts for picture-perfect bars.
- Serve slightly chilled for a firmer, more defined texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 25mg
