7 Layer Bars
The ultimate sweet treat, 7 Layer Bars combine layers of crunchy, chewy, and gooey goodness. Made with simple ingredients like chocolate, butterscotch, and coconut, these bars are perfect for sharing at any gathering. Indulge in this nostalgic dessert and treat yourself tonight!
Equipment
- 9x13 baking dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Can opener
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- ¾ cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. This step is crucial because it ensures your bars bake evenly. A well-preheated oven helps create that perfect golden-brown top that everyone loves.
- Place butter in a 9×13 inch pan and put it in the oven as it preheats, allowing it to melt for about 2 to 4 minutes. Watch closely to ensure it doesn’t brown. Once melted, remove the pan from the oven carefully.
- Pour graham cracker crumbs into the melted butter. Mix them together with a fork until fully combined and crumbly. Spread the mixture evenly over the bottom of the pan using your fingers or a spatula to pack it down gently.
- Now, it’s time to layer on the fun! Begin by pouring chocolate chips over the crust, creating an even layer. Make sure to spread them out so every bite has that delicious chocolate flavor.
- Next, sprinkle butterscotch chips on top of the chocolate chips. The combination of these two types of chips creates a rich, decadent layer.
- Then, add shredded coconut evenly across the top. Coconut adds a lovely chewiness that complements the crunch of the crust.
- After that, sprinkle chopped nuts evenly over the coconut layer. This adds yet another texture and flavor profile to your delightful bars.
- Finally, take your can of sweetened condensed milk and drizzle it evenly over the entire mixture. You want to make sure every layer gets some of that sweet, gooey goodness.
- Place the pan back into the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Keep an eye on them; you’re looking for the edges to turn golden-brown and start pulling away from the sides of the pan. The smell will be absolutely divine!
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares. Patience is key here; cutting them too soon will result in a messy situation.
Notes
To keep your 7 Layer Bars fresh, store them at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If you prefer, they can also be stored in the fridge, but let’s be honest, they probably won’t last that long! If you want to make them ahead of time, feel free to freeze the bars, slicing them and storing in a freezer-safe container. Just remember to separate layers with parchment paper. When you’re ready to enjoy them, thaw them on the counter or in the fridge.