Basic Seven-Layer Bars

Vegetarian
Basic Seven-Layer Bars
85 min.
24
165kcal

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Looking for a simple, yet delicious vegetarian treat that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further than these scrumptious Basic Seven-Layer Bars! With a short preparation time of just 15 minutes and a baking time of about 30 minutes, you'll have a mouth-watering dessert that can serve up to 24 people. Each bar boasts a rich 165 calories, making them a delightful indulgence without the guilt.

These versatile bars are not only a delightful snack, but they also make an excellent appetizer or addition to your antipasti platter. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or any time you want to treat your family and friends to something homemade. The best part? They're entirely vegetarian, ensuring that everyone can enjoy them, regardless of their dietary preferences.

With a foundation of buttery graham cracker crumbs, topped with a bounty of coarsely chopped nuts, sweetened shredded coconut, and layers of chocolatey goodness, these bars are a symphony of flavors in every bite. The sweetened condensed milk ties all the layers together, creating a moist and chewy texture that's hard to resist.

Gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your loved ones with this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing recipe. Whether you're an experienced baker or a culinary novice, these Basic Seven-Layer Bars are sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and savor the sweet taste of homemade bliss.

Ingredients

  • ounces graham crackers whole
  • cup almonds such as pecans or almonds coarsely chopped
  • 14 ounce condensed milk sweetened canned
  • ounces coconut shredded sweetened
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cut into 4 pieces (1 stick)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan
  • ziploc bags
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Heat the oven to 350°F and arrange a rack in the middle.
  2. Place the graham crackers in a resealable plastic bag, press out the air, and seal, leaving about 1 inch unsealed. Using a rolling pin, roll over the crackers until they are fine, uniform crumbs (you should have about 1 cup of crumbs). Alternatively, you can place the crackers in a food processor fitted with a blade attachment and process for about 1 minute.
  3. Place the butter in a 13-by-9-inch baking dish and place in the oven until the butter has melted, about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove the dish from the oven and tilt it so the butter evenly coats the bottom.
  5. Sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs evenly over the butter, then sprinkle the coconut over the crumbs.
  6. Sprinkle the chocolate, peanut butter, white chocolate, or butterscotch chips over the coconut, then sprinkle the nuts over the chips. Evenly drizzle the condensed milk over all of the layers.
  7. Bake until golden brown around the edges and springy to the touch, about 20 to 30 minutes.
  8. Remove to a wire rack and cool completely.
  9. Cut into 24 squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories165kcal
Protein7.24%
Fat54.78%
Carbs37.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.04
Glycemic Load
8.09
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.1286956084811%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.15mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:164.75kcal
8.24%
Fat:10.35g
15.92%
Saturated Fat:5.09g
31.83%
Carbohydrates:16.14g
5.38%
Net Carbohydrates:15.02g
5.46%
Sugar:12.38g
13.76%
Cholesterol:15.66mg
5.22%
Sodium:65.09mg
2.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.08g
6.15%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.71%
Vitamin E:1.68mg
11.19%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.86%
Phosphorus:86.22mg
8.62%
Calcium:68.56mg
6.86%
Magnesium:25.63mg
6.41%
Selenium:3.53µg
5.04%
Fiber:1.12g
4.47%
Copper:0.08mg
4.04%
Potassium:130.43mg
3.73%
Zinc:0.52mg
3.49%
Vitamin A:160.83IU
3.22%
Iron:0.54mg
3%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.64%
Vitamin B3:0.45mg
2.27%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.91%
Folate:7.13µg
1.78%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.71%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.34%
Source:Chow