Save A decadent, chewy dessert bar layered with chocolate, butterscotch, coconut, nuts, and a luscious salted caramel drizzle — a truly magical treat perfect for any sweet tooth.
The first time I made these magic bars, they disappeared within minutes at a family movie night. Everyone loved the sweet and salty twist from the caramel drizzle, and they've become our go-to treat for celebrations.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 1/2 cups (180 g)
- Unsalted butter (melted): 1/2 cup (115 g)
- Semi-sweet chocolate chips: 1 cup (180 g)
- Butterscotch chips: 1 cup (180 g)
- Sweetened shredded coconut: 1 cup (120 g)
- Chopped walnuts or pecans: 1/2 cup (60 g)
- Sweetened condensed milk: 1 cup (300 ml)
- Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100 g)
- Water: 2 tbsp (30 ml)
- Unsalted butter: 2 tbsp (30 g)
- Heavy cream: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Flaky sea salt: 1/2 tsp
Instructions
- Prepare pan and crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press evenly into pan.
- Add layers:
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over crust, followed by butterscotch chips, coconut, and chopped nuts.
- Finish with condensed milk:
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over all the layers.
- Bake:
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are golden and the center is set. Cool completely in the pan.
- Make salted caramel:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until dissolved, then stop stirring and cook until the mixture turns deep amber (about 4 to 5 minutes). Remove from heat, whisk in butter, then slowly whisk in heavy cream. Stir in sea salt and let cool slightly.
- Drizzle and cut:
- Drizzle cooled caramel over the bars. Let set, then lift bars from pan and cut into squares.
Save Every holiday, my little ones help sprinkle the layers and drizzle that final touch of caramel. Sharing these bars fresh from the pan always brings lots of giggles and sticky fingers in the kitchen.
Required Tools
You'll need a 9x9-inch pan, mixing bowls, a saucepan, a whisk, measuring cups and spoons, and parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains dairy, tree nuts, gluten (unless using gluten-free crackers), coconut, and possible soy. Always check each ingredient label for allergen safety.
Nutritional Information
Each bar contains about 285 calories, 17 g total fat, 33 g carbohydrates, and 3 g protein.
Save These 7-layer magic bars are pure comfort dessert — a perfect party treat that's as fun to make as it is to eat. Enjoy each chewy, gooey bite!
Cooking Questions & Answers
- → Can I substitute walnuts with other nuts?
Yes, pecans or almonds can be used instead to add different nutty flavors and textures.
- → How do I make the salted caramel drizzle?
Cook sugar and water until amber, remove from heat, then whisk in butter, cream, and sea salt for a smooth drizzle.
- → Is it possible to make this gluten-free?
Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs to keep the base gluten-free while maintaining texture.
- → What is the best way to ensure even layers?
Sprinkle each layer evenly across the crust before pouring the condensed milk for uniform texture and flavor.
- → How long should the bars cool before cutting?
Allow the bars to cool completely and set to firm up for clean, neat squares when sliced.