Description
Magic Cookie Bars are a deliciously rich and easy-to-make dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, loaded with layers of chocolate chips, coconut flakes, and chopped walnuts, all held together by sweetened condensed milk. This no-fuss recipe delivers a perfect combination of crunchy, chewy, and sweet in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
Layers
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup coconut flakes
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Binding
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix crust ingredients: In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs with the melted butter until the mixture is evenly moistened.
- Form crust: Press the crumb and butter mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create a solid crust base.
- Add the layers: Sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the crust, then layer the coconut flakes and chopped walnuts uniformly on top.
- Pour condensed milk: Pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over the layered ingredients, ensuring all areas are covered.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the edges start bubbling.
- Cool and serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars to ensure they set properly for clean slicing.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider toasting the coconut flakes lightly before layering.
- Use chopped pecans instead of walnuts for a different nutty flavor.
- If you prefer a less sweet bar, use semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
