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Cherry Magic Bars layer chocolate, butterscotch, cherries, and more over a graham crust.
Cherry Magic Bars offer a delightful mish-mash of textures and flavors. Each bite reveals layers of gooey chocolate and butterscotch, balanced by the tartness of dried cherries. The flaked coconut adds a subtle chew, while the chopped pecans bring a pleasant crunch. Crushed pretzels finish it all with a touch of salt, perfectly tying together the sweetness and tang.
There's something satisfying about creating a dessert with such diverse layers. Simply pressing the graham cracker crust firmly into the pan provides a sturdy base that holds everything together. As you pour on the sweetened condensed milk, you'll notice it seeps into every corner, promising that each square will hold its own delightful flavor. That golden hue on top after baking is a signal that it's time to cool the bars before slicing—patience pays off with cleaner, more elegant squares.
These bars are perfect for gatherings, whether you're sharing with longtime friends or meeting new ones. Cherry Magic Bars seem to invite storytelling, conjuring fond memories as guests nibble and chat. They engage every taste bud while bringing a sense of effortlessness—ideal for older adults who appreciate both flavor and simplicity in their cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 stick butter melted
- 1 (12-ounce) package chocolate chips
- 1 (12-ounce) package butterscotch chips
- 1 cup flaked coconut
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- 1 cup salted pretzels crushed
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a 13x7-inch baking dish, combine the graham cracker crumbs and the melted butter.
- Use your hands to press the crumbs into the bottom of the pan to make the crust.
- Evenly spread the chocolate chips over the top of the crust.
- Layer the butterscotch chips on top of the chocolate chips.
- Layer the coconut on top of the butterscotch chips.
- Layer the cherries on top of the flaked coconut.
- Layer the pecans on top of the cherries.
- Layer the pretzels on top of the pecans.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the top of the pretzel layer, covering completely.
- Bake the bars until they are golden on top, about 30 minutes.
- Allow the bars to cool for 30 minutes.
- Cut the bars into squares and serve.
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