This dessert has it all: a brownie bottom, caramel middle, cookie dough layer, and melted chocolate on top. Billionaire Bars are a delicious dessert that every one is sure to love.

Billionaire Bars

Billionaire bars are a layered dessert that is perfect for anyone who loves cookie dough, brownies and caramel

They are super hard to resist and are perfect for an after dinner dessert, afternoon treat or for a gathering or party.

They are are a fun play off the name “millionaire bars” which are known for their shortbread, caramel and chocolate layers. This version adds even more, making it an over-the-top take on a classic layered treat.

Ingredients

Sugar: White granulated sugar is added to the brownie an cookie dough layers while brown sugar is added to the cookie dough.

Unsalted butter (melted and softened): Melted butter helps the brownie stay fudgy, while softened butter makes the cookie dough layer creamy. Stick with unsalted so you can control the salt.

Salt: Just a pinch boosts all the other flavors.

Unsweetened cocoa powder: Use natural cocoa powder for a rich chocolate flavor in the brownies. Don’t use sweetened cocoa mix.

Eggs: Let them come to room temperature before using.

Vanilla extract: Adds warmth and depth to both the brownie and cookie dough layers. Use real vanilla extract if you can.

Flour: All-purpose flour works best. Measure it by spooning into the cup and leveling it off to avoid dry layers.

Heavy cream: Used to melt the caramels and soften the cookie dough layer.

Caramels: Use soft wrapped caramels for easy melting.

Mini semi sweet chocolate chips: These mix well into the cookie dough and melt nicely on top. Mini chips help spread the chocolate more evenly.

Vegetable oil: Helps the chocolate topping melt smoothly and cut neatly once chilled.

How to Make

Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper, making sure the sides are covered and some extra hangs over the edges to help lift the bars out later.

Preheat the oven to 325°F.

In a large bowl, mix the sugar and butter with a hand mixer until combined.

Add the salt and cocoa powder and beat again until fully mixed.

Add the eggs and vanilla and beat until smooth.

Mix in the flour until everything is well combined.

Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.

While the brownie layer bakes, place the caramels and heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl.

Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring after each, until completely melted and smooth.

Once the brownie is done baking, pour the melted caramel over the top and spread it out evenly.

Let the dish cool for about 10 to 15 minutes, then place it in the freezer for 25 minutes to harden the caramel layer.

While the bars are chilling, make the cookie dough layer.

In a large bowl, add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and softened butter.

Mix with a hand mixer until light and fluffy.

Add the heavy cream and vanilla and mix again.

Add the salt and flour and mix until fully combined.

Fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Remove the baking dish from the freezer and gently spread the cookie dough layer over the hardened caramel.

In a medium microwave-safe bowl, add the vegetable oil and remaining mini chocolate chips.

Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.

Pour the melted chocolate over the cookie dough layer and spread it out evenly.

Place the dish in the fridge until the bars are set and ready to serve.

Lift the bars out using the parchment paper and slice into squares.

Serve and enjoy.

Tips & Tricks

Here’s some tips for making the best billionaire bars:

Swap the mini chocolate chips with white chocolate or butterscotch chips for a fun something different.

Use store-bought brownie mix to speed things up—just bake as directed and continue with the caramel layer.

Keep the cookie dough layer soft by not overmixing once the flour goes in.

Leftovers/Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

You can freeze the bars by wrapping each one in plastic wrap and placing them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

Let frozen bars thaw in the fridge.