Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3/4 cup (150g) brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (50g)
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp (5g) baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) salt
  • 3 cups (450g) leftover Halloween candy, chopped
  • 1/2 cup (80g) semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the melted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and pale.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and glossy.
  4. Sift in the flour, baking soda, and salt; mix on low speed until flour streaks disappear.
  5. Gently fold in the chopped Halloween candy and chocolate chips using a spatula.
  6. Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spoon or parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 22–25 minutes until edges are deep mahogany-brown and set, while the center remains slightly soft.
  8. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before slicing.