Magic Cookie Bars
User Reviews
4.6
Magic Cookie Bars
Description
The Magic Cookie Bars begin with a crust made from graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter pressed evenly into a 9x13 pan. A can of sweetened condensed milk is poured over the crust, acting as a sweet binder for the toppings. Semi-sweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips are sprinkled on next, followed by chopped pecans and shredded coconut that contribute crunch and distinct sweetness. The bars are gently pressed down before baking at 350°F for about 25-30 minutes, until the coconut is lightly golden and the top layers are set. Once cooled completely, the bars are cut into squares that hold their shape well.
The combination of flavors from chocolate, butterscotch, nuts, and coconut creates a multi-dimensional sweetness with chewy and crunchy textures. These bars are suitable for dessert, potlucks, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 /2 cup butter melted, unsalted
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- 1 cup coconut both sweetened and unsweetened work, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper or grease well.
- In a medium bowl combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press crumbs into the bottom of the pan firmly in an even layer to form the graham cracker base.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the crust.
- Sprinkle the chocolate and butterscotch chips on top of the graham cracker crust in an even layer. Sprinkle the nuts and coconut flakes on top.
- Press down toppings gently with a fork. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until coconut starts to turn golden brown. Cool completely and cut into small squares.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.6
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