Magic Bars Recipe

Seven Layer Magic Bars – A buttery graham cracker crust is topped with layers of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut, chopped nuts, and then finished off with a blanket of sweetened condensed milk. These will not last long!

Magic Bars are a guilty weakness of mine. If you’ve never had one before, then I can guarantee after one bite they will become one of yours, too!

These downright irresistible Seven Layer Magic Bars never last long at our house. I’m telling you right now that you will not be able to stop at just one of these bad boys.

Seven layer bars are an easy, sweet dessert bar made up of seven ingredients. The preparation of these bars is super simple; make the crust, place the crust in the bottom of the pan, then layer the remaining ingredients on top and bake.

magic bars recipe

Seven Layer Magic Bars

magic bars recipe

A buttery graham cracker crust is topped layers of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut, chopped nuts, and then finished off with a blanket of sweetened condensed milk. These will not last long!

Prep: 5min

Total: 35min

Yield: 18

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 275 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 13 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 176 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 29 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in graham cracker crumbs until throughly combined. Press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking pan to form the crust.
  3. Evenly sprinkle remaining ingredients one by one over the crust to form layers, beginning with the chocolate chips, followed by the butterscotch chips, coconut, and walnuts. Pour the condensed milk evenly over the top, and spread with a rubber spatula to make sure it’s evenly distributed.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until edges are golden brown and the middle is set.
  5. Allow to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!

Magic Cookie Bars

magic bars recipe

Magic Cookie Bars recipe has a buttery graham cracker crust topped with sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut, and pecans. This dessert is sometimes called Seven Layer Bars or Hello Dolly Bars. This easy recipe is the best magic cookie bar recipe out there and a delicious treat for any occasion.

Prep: 10min

Total: 40min

Ingredients:

  • 1 – 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper or grease well.
  2. In a medium bowl combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press crumbs into the bottom of the pan firmly in an even layer to form the graham cracker base.
  3. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the graham cracker mixture.
  4. Sprinkle the chocolate and butterscotch chips on top of the sweetened condensed milk in an even layer. Sprinkle the coconut flakes on top and finish with a layer of the nuts.
  5. Press down toppings gently with a fork. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until coconut starts to turn golden brown. Cool completely and cut into small squares.

Magic Bars

magic bars recipe

These sweet little treats are so easy to make and take just 15 minutes to put together. The graham cracker crumbs and sweetened condensed milk magically come together to make an ooey-gooey bottom layer.

Total: 0 1h55min0

Yield: 48 bars

Serving Size: 1 of 48 servings

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1 of 48 servings, calories 124, Fat 9g, Saturated Fat 4g, Carbohydrate 10g, Fiber 1g, Sugar 7g, Protein 2g, Cholesterol 8mg, Sodium 28mg

Ingredients:

  • 1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for buttering the dish
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch or peanut butter chips
  • 1 cup pecan pieces, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup shredded, sweetened coconut

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine the melted butter and graham cracker crumbs in a small bowl with your hands (the mixture should hold together when squeezed). Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and press it into the bottom in an even layer, using the bottom of a measuring cup to help. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the crumbs, then sprinkle the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, pecans and coconut over the milk.
  3. Bake until the sides are golden brown and begin to pull away from the dish, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool completely in the dish. Cut into 48 small pieces (they are rich). The cookies can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Magic Bars (Hello Dolly Bars)

magic bars recipe

Magic Bars, also known as Hello Dolly Bars, are made from chocolate, nuts, coconut shreds, and butterscotch. Perfect for sharing, or not!

Prep: 15min

Total: 40min

Yield: 20

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 273 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 16 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Trans Fat 1 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 269 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 25 g, unSaturated Fat 6 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup salted butter (melted)
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup pecans (chopped)
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9×13 pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  2. In a small bowl, stir melted butter together with graham cracker crumbs until moist. Press evenly into the bottom of 9×13 pan using the bottom of a measuring cup.
  3. Top crust with chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut and pecans. Drizzle the top with sweetened condensed milk as evenly as possible. If it doesn’t spread evenly, use the back of a spoon or butter knife to spread. Sprinkle the top with sea salt.
  4. Bake 25 minutes or until bars have set and edges have browned slightly. Cool completely, then cut into 20 even bars. Store and serve at room temperature.

Magic Cookie Bars

FAQ

What are magic bars made of?

Magic Bars, also known as Hello Dolly Bars, are made with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with pecans, coconut shreds, chocolate, and butterscotch chips then drizzled with sweetened condensed milk and baked!

How do you make Dolly Parton bars?

Ingredients:
  1. 1 cup graham cracker crumbs.
  2. 1/2 cup crushed oreos.
  3. 1/2 cup unsalted butter.
  4. 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  5. 1 cup butterscotch chips.
  6. 1 cup sweetened coconut flakes.
  7. 2/3 cup chopped pecans.
  8. 1 14 (oz) can sweetened condensed milk.

How long are magic bars good for?

How long will Magic Cookie Bars stay fresh? In an airtight container at room temperature, these bars will stay fresh for about 3-4 days. If you want them to stay fresh even longer, pop them in the fridge, where they’ll last for up to a week. Some people actually prefer chilled Magic Bars over room temp ones!

Why is it called a magic bar?

As for “Magic Bar,” the name likely stems from Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk, who published a recipe for these dessert cookie bars on the back of their condensed milk cans in 1964. Maybe it got its name from how magically easy they are to make!

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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