Koyo Berry Candy Bar

Want to be the coolest house on the trick or treat block? These Koyo Berry candy bars are layered with homemade caramel, Koyo Berry Marshmallows, and decadent chocolate. Sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Caramel Base 

7oz. sweetened condensed milk

2 sticks butter 

1 cup dark brown sugar 

1/2 cup light corn syrup 

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1 teaspoon flaky sea salt  

Marshmallow Layer 

1 ½ packets unflavored gelatin

1/2 cup cold water (divided, ¼ cup for gelatin and ¼ cup for sugar syrup) 

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 light corn syrup

1 TBS vanilla extract 

Pinch of salt

Koyo Berry Swirl 

2 trays Koyo Berries 

2 TBS sugar

1 TBS lemon juice 

Chocolate Coating 

12oz. chocolate chips 

Steps: 

Caramel Layer 

1. Prepare the caramel layer by lining an 8x8 dish with parchment paper. 
2. Melt the butter in saucepan and add the brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring to combine.
3. Add the sweetened condensed milk and heat until 240ºF on a candy thermometer. 
4. Take off the heat and add the salt and vanilla. 
5. Pour into a lined pan and let cool until set for an hour in the fridge. 

Koyo Berry Swirl 

1. Make the Koyo Berry Swirl by combining Koyo Berries, sugar, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat. Set aside to cool. 

Marshmallow Layer 

1. In a stand mixer bowl, add 1/4 cup of cold water and sprinkle over the gelatin. 
2. Add the rest of the water, sugar, corn syrup, and salt to a medium saucepan and bring the mixture to 240°F. 
3. Add the mixing bowl to a stand mixer and whisk on low with whisk attachment. While the mixer is running, very slowly and carefully pour the hot sugar mixture into the bowl. 
4. Once the sugar is incorporated, add the vanilla. Turn the mixer to high and whisk until the mixture is thick, stiff, and glossy. 
5. Add to the top of the caramel layer and spread evenly.
6. Dollop the Koyo Berry swirl over the marshmallow and use a knife to swirl evenly on the top. 
7. Let the marshmallow sit for at least 4 hours. 

Chocolate Coating

1. Add an inch of water to a saucepan and cover with a glass bowl. Add the chocolate chips and melt over medium heat until smooth and glossy.
2. Cut the marshmallows into small pieces and carefully dip and cover in the melted chocolate. Enjoy!