Magic Cookie Bars

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Magic Cookie Bars

These classic 7 Layer Bars are a nostalgic dessert known for their rich layers, chewy texture, and the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. With a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy sweetened condensed milk, chocolate, butterscotch, nuts, and toasted coconut, this simple recipe delivers incredible results with almost no prep time. Popular around the holidays but delicious all year long.

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 14 full graham cracker sheets (about 2 cups of crumbs)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Layers

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pan

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, or grease it thoroughly.

2. Make the Graham Cracker Crust

  1. Add the graham crackers to a food processor and pulse until you have fine crumbs.
  2. Pour in the melted butter and pulse again until the crumbs are evenly moistened.
  3. Transfer the crumb mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it firmly into an even layer.

3. Build the Layers

  1. Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the crust. Avoid spreading with a utensil, as it can lift the crust.
  2. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the condensed milk.
  3. Add the butterscotch chips and chopped pecans on top.
  4. Finish by sprinkling the shredded coconut evenly over the entire surface.

4. Bake the Bars

  1. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the coconut is a deep golden color and the layers are set.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Tips for Perfect 7 Layer Bars

  • For a chewier texture, you can drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the top instead of over the crust.
  • These bars are naturally sweet; you may cut them into smaller portions if desired.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for several days, or refrigerate them to extend freshness.

Serving Size

Makes approximately 24 bars.

 

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