7-Layer Magic Bars (Printer-Friendly)

A luscious treat with chocolate, butterscotch, coconut, nuts, and salted caramel layers.

# 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

# 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 prepared pan to create an even base.
03 - Evenly distribute the chocolate chips over the crust, followed sequentially by butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts.
04 - Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over all layered ingredients.
05 - Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until edges turn golden and center is set. Allow to cool completely in the pan.
06 - In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water. Stir until dissolved, then let cook undisturbed until deep amber color develops (4–5 minutes). Remove from heat, whisk in butter, then gradually add heavy cream while whisking. Stir in sea salt and let cool slightly.
07 - Drizzle the slightly cooled caramel over the bars. Allow to set, then use parchment overhang to lift bars from the pan and cut into 16 squares.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Irresistibly rich texture with layers of flavor
  • Easy dessert that impresses every crowd
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  • Bars store well refrigerated for up to 5 days in an airtight container
  • Cool bars completely before adding the caramel to prevent melting into the layers
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  • Use parchment with extra overhang to easily lift and slice bars
  • If caramel thickens too much, warm gently to loosen before drizzling
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