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Magic Bars Recipe

Delicious Magic Bars Recipe That Will Steal the Show

This Magic Bars Recipe is an easy dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, gooey chocolate, and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 20 squares
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Unsalted butter can be used if preferred, adjust salt in recipe.
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Can substitute with finely crushed Oreo cookies or shortbread.
For the Layers
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate or milk chocolate can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips Can be replaced with white chocolate chips.
  • 1 cup Shredded Coconut Unsweetened coconut can reduce overall sweetness.
  • 1 cup Pecans Almonds or walnuts can be substituted for allergies.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Skim or evaporated milk is not suitable substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt Optional, enhances sweetness and balances flavors.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cup
  • Parchment Paper
  • nonstick cooking spray

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper, spraying lightly with nonstick spray.
  2. In a bowl, combine melted salted butter with graham cracker crumbs; press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans over the crust evenly.
  4. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk evenly over the layered toppings.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the center is slightly gooey.
  6. Allow the Magic Bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting out using the parchment paper.
  7. Slice into 20 squares and serve on a platter or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool completely before cutting to maintain structure and prevent mess. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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