7-Layer Magic Bars (Printable)

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

# What You Need:

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing an overhang for easy removal.
02 - Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until evenly mixed. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create an even crust layer.
03 - Evenly sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the crust, followed by butterscotch chips, then shredded coconut, and finally the chopped nuts.
04 - Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over all layered ingredients.
05 - Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until edges are golden and the center is set. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
06 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar and water without stirring. Once dissolved, stop stirring and cook until the mixture turns a deep amber color, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat, whisk in the butter, then slowly add heavy cream while whisking continuously. Stir in flaky sea salt and allow to cool slightly.
07 - Drizzle the cooled caramel over the bars. Let set before lifting the bars from the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into 16 squares and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Rich, layered flavor with chocolate, caramel, and nuts
  • Easy to make and serve for gatherings
02 -
  • Always cool the bars completely before cutting for clean squares
  • You can substitute nuts for different flavors or use gluten-free graham crackers
03 -
  • Lift bars out of the pan using parchment for perfect slices
  • Add extra flaky salt for a special finishing touch
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