7-Layer Magic Bars Caramel (Printer View)

Chewy chocolate, butterscotch, and nut layers topped with sea salt caramel drizzle in a sweet, satisfying bar.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

→ Layers

03 - 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
04 - 1 cup butterscotch chips
05 - 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
06 - 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
07 - 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

→ Caramel Drizzle

08 - 1/2 cup store-bought or homemade caramel sauce
09 - 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press firmly into bottom of prepared pan to create an even crust.
03 - Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips over crust, followed by butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts.
04 - Slowly pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over all layers, ensuring complete coverage.
05 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are golden and center is set. Remove from oven and let cool completely in pan.
06 - Drizzle caramel sauce over cooled bars and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
07 - Use parchment overhang to lift bars from pan. Cut into 16 squares and serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect balance of sweet and salty flavors
  • Easy to prepare with layered textures
02 -
  • Toasting coconut and nuts enhances flavor
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal
03 -
  • Press crust firmly to avoid crumbling bars
  • Cool bars completely before cutting to maintain clean slices
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