✨ Magic Bars

These **Magic Bars** are a no-bake, layered dessert favorite — buttery graham cracker crust topped with chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut, nuts, and sweetened condensed milk, then baked to golden perfection. Also known as Seven Layer Bars, they're a sweet, chewy treat perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you need a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 25 min | Total Time: 35 min

Makes: 16 bars

Ingredients

1 cup (2 sticks) butter, melted
2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 16 full crackers)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line with parchment paper.
Make crust: Press melted butter into graham cracker crumbs. Firmly press into the bottom of the pan.
Layer toppings: Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut, and nuts over the crust.
Pour condensed milk: Drizzle sweetened condensed milk evenly over the top, covering all layers.
Bake 25 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
Cool completely before cutting into squares.
Store: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Tip: You can customize these! Try white chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, or dried cranberries. No need to stir — just layer and bake!

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