Description
Classic Magic Cookie Bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust layered with sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, flaked coconut, and chopped nuts. Baked until golden and chewy, these rich and indulgent bars are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
Layers
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 1â…“ cups flaked sweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), or 325°F (165°C) if using a glass baking dish to ensure even baking without burning.
- Prepare Pan: Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil, then lightly coat the surface with non-stick spray for easy removal after baking.
- Make Crust: In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until the crumbs are fully moistened. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating a firm crust base.
- Add Condensed Milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker crust, distributing it carefully to cover the entire surface.
- Layer Toppings: Sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the condensed milk, followed by the flaked sweetened coconut, and finish by spreading the chopped nuts over the top.
- Press Layers: Gently press down on the layered toppings using the back of a spatula to compact the ingredients and ensure they stick together during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and the edges are set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan so they firm up, then carefully lift them out using the parchment or foil and cut into 24 bars for serving.
Notes
- Use parchment paper or foil to line the pan for easy removal of bars.
- Choose your preferred nuts such as walnuts or pecans based on taste or availability.
- Pressing the layers gently before baking helps keep bars intact and prevents toppings from sliding off.
- Cool bars completely to ensure clean, neat cuts.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
