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Caramel Magic Cookie Bars Recipe

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Loaded Caramel Magic Cookie Bars are a decadent layered treat featuring a graham cracker crust topped with a luscious combination of sweetened condensed milk, chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Baked to golden perfection, these bars offer a delightful mix of textures and flavors perfect for any dessert lover.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar

For the Filling:

  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
  2. Make the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to create a firm crust layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until it turns lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Layer the Filling: Pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over the baked crust, ensuring full coverage. Next, sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips evenly on top of the condensed milk layer. Distribute the shredded coconut and chopped nuts evenly over the top of the chips. Finally, drizzle the caramel sauce over all the layered ingredients.
  4. Bake: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 to 20 minutes or until the edges are bubbly and the top is a beautiful golden color. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 30 minutes before transferring to the refrigerator to chill completely.
  5. Cut and Serve: Once fully cooled and firm, lift the bars out of the pan by using the parchment paper liner if used. Cut into squares or rectangles with a sharp knife. Serve these rich and gooey bars chilled or at room temperature for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Use parchment paper to line the baking pan for easy bar removal and cleaner cuts.
  • Choose your preferred nuts, such as walnuts or pecans, depending on taste or availability.
  • You can use either sweetened or unsweetened shredded coconut based on your flavor preference.
  • For a homemade caramel sauce, simmer sugar and butter until golden and mix with cream for richness.
  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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