7-Layer Magic Bars (Printable)

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

# Required Ingredients:

→ 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

# Preparation Steps:

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

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Layers of irresistible flavors in every bite
  • Easy to customize for dietary needs
02 -
  • You can substitute pecans for walnuts or use almonds for a different flavor
  • For a gluten-free option, simply swap in gluten-free graham crackers
03 -
  • Let bars cool fully before cutting for cleaner layers
  • Add a sprinkle of flaky salt on top for extra crunch
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