Description
Classic magic cookie bars combine sweet layers of graham cracker, condensed milk, chocolate chips, and coconut for an irresistible dessert. Chocolate and coconut lovers will savor this simple no-bake treat that delivers rich, creamy indulgence in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients:
- 12 full graham cracker sheets (about 1 1/2 cups when crushed)
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Chips and Nuts:
- 1 cup (170 grams / 6 1/2 ounces) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup (170 grams / 6 1/2 ounces) butterscotch chips
- 1 cup (100 grams / 4 ounces) pecans, coarsely chopped
Finishing Layer:
- 1 can (14 ounces / 397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (80 grams) shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F and position a rack in the middle. Create a parchment paper sling in a 9×13-inch baking pan, ensuring overhang on all sides for easy removal.
- Melt butter in a large bowl. Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs, mix with salt, and combine thoroughly with melted butter until evenly coated and moistened.
- Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the prepared pan using a flat-bottomed measuring cup, creating an even, compact base.
- Distribute chocolate chips and butterscotch chips uniformly across the crust, covering the entire surface.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut over the chips, followed by an even layer of chopped pecans.
- Slowly pour sweetened condensed milk over the entire surface, allowing it to spread naturally and seep between the layers.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-27 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the top develops a light caramel color.
- Remove from oven and cool completely on a wire rack for 1-2 hours, allowing the bars to set and firm up.
- Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment sling, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into 20 uniform pieces.
Notes
- Customize the Crust Swap graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with dietary restrictions.
- Enhance Texture Toast coconut and nuts before adding to improve their crunchiness and release deeper, richer flavors that complement the sweet condensed milk.
- Control Sweetness Reduce sweetened condensed milk quantity if you prefer less intense sweetness, or use a low-sugar version for a lighter dessert experience.
- Experiment with Mix-ins Replace chocolate or butterscotch chips with white chocolate, dark chocolate, or even dried fruit like cranberries for unique flavor combinations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg