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These deliciously simple Magic Bars start with a gooey chocolate chip cookie base and ends with a topping of crunchy coconut flakes.
Tastes Like a Million Bucks!
Dessert bars are a go-to in our home! They are quick, easy, and can feed a crowd.
Similar to 7 Layer Bars, this magic bars recipe is filled with ooey gooey layers of deliciousness (cookie base, coconut, condensed milk, chocolate chips and MORE!)
We’ve made these for as long as we can remember and love them for so many reasons!
Why we love them:
- Everything but the kitchen sink. These bars are filled with so many delicious flavors, starting with a Chocolate Chip Cookie base!
- Just layer and bake! These quick and easy magic bars are ready in under 45 minutes.
- Freeze for later. Cookie bar recipes are great for freezing to pull out when unexpected company arrives.
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 40 minutes
- 1 (17.5-ounce) package Betty Crocker chocolate chip cookie mix
- ½ cup butter – How to Soften Butter Quickly
- 1 egg
- 1 cup butterscotch chips – or peanut butter chips or white chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips – or semi-sweet chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup flaked coconut – I like to use sweetened coconut for the best flavor and texture, but unsweetened can be used as well.
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk – do not use evaporated milk, the two are quite different and your dessert will not turn out.
- optional toppings – For an extra magical bar add an extra topping or two such as toffee bits, a sprinkle of cinnamon, graham cracker crumbs, or chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds
How to Make Magic Bars Recipe
- PREP. Preheat oven to 350°F.
- COOKIE LAYER. In a large bowl, mix 1 (17.5-ounce) package Betty Crocker cookie mix, ½ cup butter, and 1 egg until well combined and dough forms. Press into the bottom of a greased 9×13 baking dish. Bake for 14-16 minutes.
- TOP LAYER. Once baked, sprinkle 1 cup each of butterscotch chips, milk chocolate chips, and coconut over the cookie layer. Drizzle 13 ounces sweetened condensed milk over the top.
- BAKE. Bake for 25-30 minutes longer or until golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Make Cookie Layer From Scratch
Make this Cookie Bar recipe and top it with the butterscotch and chocolate chips, flaked coconut, and condensed milk listed in the magic bars recipe.
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Magic Bars Recipe
This delicious magic bars recipe is a simple layered dessert that starts with a gooey chocolate chip cookie base.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 (17.5-ounce) package Betty Crocker chocolate chip cookie mix
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 egg
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Once baked, sprinkle butterscotch chips, milk chocolate chips, and coconut over the cookie layer. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes longer or until golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Video
Notes
STORE the magic cookie bars recipe in an airtight container for about 3-5 days. If they are in the fridge they can last up to a week.
FREEZE. Cool and wrap each bar with plastic wrap and place them together in an air-tight freezer-safe container for up to 3-4 months. Thaw 30 minutes to 1 hour before eating.
Nutrition
Calories: 528kcal, Carbohydrates: 72g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 23g, Saturated Fat: 13g, Cholesterol: 47mg, Sodium: 223mg, Potassium: 176mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 57g, Vitamin A: 385IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 111mg, Iron: 0.7mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe from Betty Crocker.
Recipe FAQ
How do I cut even cookie bar squares?
- To cut even magic bar squares Line the pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Once the bars have cooled, lift the entire block out of the pan. Use a sharp kitchen knife to cut and wipe the blade clean as needed.
How to store magic bars Recipe?
- Keep magic cookie bars recipe in an airtight container for about 3-5 days. If they are in the fridge they can last up to a week.
Can I freeze magic bars?
- Cool and wrap each bar with plastic wrap and place them together in an air-tight freezer-safe container for up to 3-4 months. Thaw 30 minutes to 1 hour before eating.
Love this recipe so much! My grandma used to make something like this. They taste the same. Thanks!
These turned out amazing! So many yummy flavors and textures.
Thank you!! So glad you loved the cookie bars!
Any time I see these at a bakery or eating place, I have to order one. But, fresh, homemade is so much better! The kitchen smells so good!
Such a favorite dessert. Been making it for years and it’s still a family favorite.
i have made your Banana BreaD
And just made the magic baRs.
I aDded some peanut m&ms.
Since i Didnt have on hand peanut chips.
They both turn out exCellent.
Great idea! I am so glad you think so! Thank you!
These baRs are so good! I love making these for family Gather or pOtlucks!
Me too!! They are always a hit! Thank you!
Wow, this looks so delicious. I would have to try this soon. For now, i would just pin it on pinterest.
Love that PIN button! I hope you like them! Thank you!
So delicious! This was and still is one of my husbands favorites growing up!
It’s definitely one of those simple “keeper” recipes always nice to have in the back pocket for when company comes over. 😉
I love these bars!!! Super easy and super delicious!!
Simple and yummy are my favorite two types of desserts!! These ones definitely are a favorite. 😉
Yum! I have a sweet tooth also. Eating chocolate right now =) I usually make my desserts close to the weekend so I can bring all the left overs to church and share! These bars look so good!
You’ll love these ones, Jennie!! They’re simple and so delicious. Thanks for stopping by!