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Tropical Magic Bars

Magic Cookie Bars with a tropical twist! With shredded coconut, candied lime peels, dried mango, dried pineapple, and condensed milk piled on a buttery graham crust, they're seriously addictive. Perfect for snacking or gifting!

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Bake
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr 10 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 546 kcal
Course: Dessert , Baked Goods
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Candied Lime
  • peel from one lime
  • 1 ¼ cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar
For the Magic Bars
  • 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons butter
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 package (11 ounces) white chocolate chips
  • 6 ounces dried mangoes, chopped
  • 6 ounces dried pineapples, chopped
  • ½ cup sweetened coconut shavings

Instructions

For the Candied Lime Peels
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  1. In a small pot over medium heat, boil 2 cups of water. Add the lime peels and boil for 10 minutes. Drain the water and repeat the process 2 more times. Drain the lime peels and discard the water.
  2. Fill the pot once again with 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar and stir to combine. Over medium-low heat, bring to a boil and add the lime peels.
  3. Let the sugar water reduce for about five minutes.
  4. Drain the peels and let cool for about five minutes before tossing in ¼ cup of sugar.
  5. Remove them from the sugar, and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet to dry and cool completely. Cut into small pieces and set aside.
For the Magic Bars
  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a 9x13 baking dish with parchment paper, leaving about an inch overhang.
  2. Add the crushed graham cracker, melted butter, and remaining white sugar to a large bowl and stir to combine.
  3. Spoon the graham cracker mixture into the prepared baking pan and press to evenly coat the bottom of the pan.
  4. Drizzle ¾ of the sweetened condensed milk over the top of the crust.
  5. Sprinkle the white chocolate chips, dried pineapple, dried mango, shaved coconut, and candied lime over the crust.
  6. Drizzle the remaining condensed milk on top.
  7. Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the coconut has turned a light golden color.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before cutting into 12 bars. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Line the baking pan with parchment paper with a bit of overhand so you can easily lift the whole piece to a cutting board. For neater slices, let cool and firm up a little before cutting.

Nutrition Information

Calories 546kcal (27%) Carbohydrates 90g (30%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 32mg (11%) Sodium 218mg (9%) Potassium 240mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 77g (154%) Vitamin A 1763IU (35%) Vitamin C 7mg (8%) Calcium 174mg (17%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 546

% Daily Value*

Calories 546kcal 27%
Carbohydrates 90g 30%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 19g 29%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 218mg 9%
Potassium 240mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 77g 154%
Vitamin A 1763IU 35%
Vitamin C 7mg 8%
Calcium 174mg 17%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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