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Seven Layer Cookie Bars

Decadent Seven Layer Cookie Bars That Melt in Your Mouth

These Seven Layer Cookie Bars are a magical dessert combining seven simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups crushed graham crackers can substitute with a gluten-free version if necessary
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter margarine can be used for a dairy-free option
For the Layers
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk use full-fat for creamier texture or opt for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup shredded coconut consider using unsweetened coconut for less sweetness
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips milk chocolate chips can be used for a sweeter bar
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips white chocolate chips are a great alternative
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans can be replaced with walnuts or omitted for nut-free bars

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted unsalted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan.
  3. Pour sweetened condensed milk over the crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
  4. Sprinkle shredded coconut over the sweetened condensed milk layer and gently press down.
  5. Scatter semi-sweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, and chopped pecans over the coconut layer.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until edges are bubbling and coconut is golden brown. Let cool completely.
  7. Once cool, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into desired sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are fresh for the best flavor. You can customize the toppings to suit your taste, and store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week in the fridge.

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