7-Layer Magic Bars (Printable version)

Chewy bars layered with chocolate, butterscotch, coconut, nuts, and salted caramel drizzle.

# Ingredient List:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Layers

03 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
04 - 1 cup butterscotch chips
05 - 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
06 - 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
07 - 1 cup sweetened condensed milk

→ Salted Caramel Drizzle

08 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
09 - 2 tablespoons water
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
11 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
12 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until evenly mixed. Press firmly into the baking pan forming an even base.
03 - Evenly distribute chocolate chips over the crust, followed by butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts.
04 - Evenly drizzle sweetened condensed milk over all layers to bind them together.
05 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are golden and center is set. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
06 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water and stir until dissolved. Stop stirring and cook until amber color appears, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, whisk in butter, then slowly add heavy cream while whisking continuously. Stir in sea salt and let cool slightly.
07 - Drizzle the cooled caramel over the bars. Let set, then lift bars from pan using parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Decadent layers in every bite
  • Easy to prepare for gatherings
02 -
  • Contains tree nuts, dairy, and coconut
  • Can be made gluten-free with alternative crackers
03 -
  • Let bars cool fully before cutting for clean slices
  • Add a sprinkle of flaky sea salt on the caramel for extra flavor
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