7 Layer Bars

7 Layer Bars

24 servings
7 Layer Bars are an easy, decadent treat with a graham crust, chips, pecans, coconut and condensed milk baked into one magical dessert!

Ingredients

  • unsalted butter)

    melted (113g

    ½ c
  • kosher salt
    ½ tsp
  • graham cracker crumbs

    16 full sheets/250g

    2 c
  • mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
    1 c
  • butterscotch chips
    1 c
  • sweetened coconut flakes
    1 ½ c
  • pecans)

    chopped (90g

    ¾ c
  • sweetened condensed milk
    1 can

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Combine melted butter, kosher salt and graham cracker crumbs in a bowl and mix until fully combined. Then press into the bottom of your prepared pan.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips over the graham cracker crust.

  4. 4

    Now sprinkle the coconut over the chocolate and butterscotch chips and then sprinkle the pecans over the coconut.

  5. 5

    Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the top of the entire surface, doing your best to get an even layer without pooling the condensed milk anywhere. If desired, top with a few additional chocolate and butterscotch chips, lightly pressing them into the sweetened condensed milk.

  6. 6

    Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are just beginning to lightly brown, about 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.

7 Layer Bars

7 Layer Bars

28 min24 servings247 cal

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About this Recipe

The Magic of 7 Layer Bars: An Irresistible Treat

Get ready to discover the ultimate easy-to-make dessert that tastes like pure magic! These 7 Layer Bars are famous for a reason – they're incredibly simple to assemble yet deliver a decadent, gooey, and satisfying experience with every bite. If you've been searching for a show-stopping dessert that requires minimal effort, your quest ends here with this classic 7 layer bar recipe.

What makes these 7 layer magic bars so special? It's the delightful combination of textures and flavors. Starting with a buttery graham cracker crust, we layer on mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, rich butterscotch chips, flaky sweetened coconut, and crunchy chopped pecans. The grand finale is a generous pour of sweetened condensed milk, which bakes down to create that signature gooey, caramelly goodness that holds all seven layers together. This isn't just a dessert; it's a symphony of sweet and crunchy textures in one delightful square!

Crafting Your Perfect 7 Layer Cookie Bars

Making these 7 layer cookie bars is surprisingly straightforward. With only 10 minutes of prep time, you'll have these beauties in the oven in no time. For the best results, ensure your graham cracker crust is pressed firmly into the pan – this creates a sturdy foundation for all the delicious layers. Once baked, patience is key! Allow your 7 layer dessert bars to cool completely before cutting to get clean, neat squares.

Feeling creative? While the classic combination in this 7 layer bars recipe is perfect as is, don't hesitate to customize your layers. Swap butterscotch chips for white chocolate or peanut butter chips, or try walnuts or almonds instead of pecans. You can even add a sprinkle of toffee bits for an extra crunch. These versatile 7 layer magic cookie bars are perfect for potlucks, parties, or simply satisfying that sweet tooth at home. Serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra-special treat!

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