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7 Layer Bars (Magic Cookie Bars) Recipe

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These 7 Layer Bars, also known as Magic Cookie Bars, are a deliciously rich and gooey layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, layers of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, nuts, and a sweetened condensed milk topping. Perfectly baked until golden and bubbly, they make a wonderful treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

Layers

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Binding

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly. Pour the melted butter evenly across the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over the butter and press gently to form a firm and even crust.
  2. Layer the goodies: Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the crust, followed by the butterscotch chips. Then, add your choice of chopped walnuts or pecans. Finally, sprinkle the sweetened shredded coconut over the top, ensuring each layer is evenly distributed.
  3. Pour the magic: Slowly pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the entire pan, covering most of the toppings. This sweetened condensed milk binds all the layers together, creating a gooey, rich texture.
  4. Bake and cool: Bake the bars in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and bubbly. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. For clean, firm slices, chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least one hour before cutting.

Notes

  • You can substitute walnuts with pecans depending on preference or allergies.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the nuts completely.
  • Ensure the condensed milk is poured evenly to avoid dry spots.
  • Chilling the bars before slicing helps to achieve cleaner cuts.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Keywords: 7 layer bars, magic cookie bars, layered dessert, graham cracker crust, chocolate chip bars, butterscotch bars, coconut bars, sweetened condensed milk dessert

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