Magic Cookie Bars

Magic Cookie Bars
120 min.
24
146kcal

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If you're looking for a dessert that brings both nostalgia and a satisfying sweetness, look no further than Magic Cookie Bars. These delightful treats are a fan favorite, perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a simple indulgence after dinner. With layers of graham cracker crumbs, rich butterscotch morsels, semisweet chocolate chips, and toasted pecans, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

What makes these bars truly magical is the combination of creamy sweetened condensed milk and flaked coconut, which not only enhances the flavors but also helps bind the crust and toppings together, resulting in an irresistible gooeyness. The ease of preparation is another reason to love this recipe—simply layer your ingredients and let the oven work its magic. You’ll have a batch ready to serve in just about two hours!

Perfect for feeding a crowd of 24, these bars are sure to disappear quickly. Their inviting aroma while baking will draw everyone into the kitchen, and the cheerful presentation will add a touch of charm to any dessert table. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and treat yourself to these decadent Magic Cookie Bars that promise to bring joy and satisfaction to every sweet tooth!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.3 cup butterscotch topping 
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs ( 9 cookie sheets)
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.3 cup semi chocolate chips 
  • 0.7 cup coconut sweetened flaked
  • 15 ounce condensed milk fat-free sweetened canned
  • tablespoon water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Line bottom and sides of an 8-inch square metal baking pan with parchment paper; cut off excess parchment paper around top edge of pan.
  3. Place crumbs in a medium bowl.
  4. Drizzle with butter and 1 tablespoon water; toss with a fork until moist. Gently pat mixture into an even layer in prepared pan (do not press firmly).
  5. Sprinkle chips and morsels over crumb mixture. Top evenly with coconut and pecans.
  6. Drizzle milk evenly over top.
  7. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until lightly browned and bubbly around edges. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.
  8. Baking 101 Tip The bars can create a sticky mess in the pan, so it's crucial to line it with parchment paper. Because the milk needs to seep into the graham cracker crumbs, don't pack the crumbs too tightly in the bottom of the pan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories146kcal
Protein5.97%
Fat41.41%
Carbs52.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.63
Glycemic Load
10.62
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.5804348089125%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.12mg
Delphinidin
0.08mg
Catechin
0.08mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:146.12kcal
7.31%
Fat:6.82g
10.5%
Saturated Fat:4.04g
25.25%
Carbohydrates:19.51g
6.5%
Net Carbohydrates:18.79g
6.83%
Sugar:15.86g
17.62%
Cholesterol:8.68mg
2.89%
Sodium:75.83mg
3.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.21g
4.43%
Phosphorus:69.19mg
6.92%
Calcium:58.98mg
5.9%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.49%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.4%
Selenium:3.33µg
4.76%
Magnesium:14.95mg
3.74%
Potassium:105.69mg
3.02%
Fiber:0.72g
2.88%
Copper:0.06mg
2.81%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.73%
Iron:0.48mg
2.65%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.49%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.62%
Vitamin A:78.4IU
1.57%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.49%
Vitamin B3:0.29mg
1.45%
Folate:4.77µg
1.19%
Source:My Recipes