Save An indulgent, crowd-pleasing dessert bar featuring layers of chocolate, butterscotch, coconut, and nuts, finished with a luscious salted caramel drizzle for the ultimate sweet treat.
This recipe has become a family favorite during special occasions and holidays, always earning rave reviews.
Ingredients
- Crust: 1 1/2 cups (180 g) graham cracker crumbs and 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted
- Layers: 1 cup (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup (170 g) butterscotch chips, 1 cup (120 g) sweetened shredded coconut, 3/4 cup (90 g) chopped pecans or walnuts, 1 (14 oz / 400 ml) can sweetened condensed milk
- Salted Caramel Drizzle: 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar, 2 tbsp (30 ml) water, 2 tbsp (30 g) unsalted butter, 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream, 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan with parchment paper leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2:
- In a bowl mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form an even crust.
- Step 3:
- Evenly sprinkle chocolate chips then butterscotch chips followed by coconut and chopped nuts over the crust.
- Step 4:
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the layered ingredients.
- Step 5:
- Bake for 25 30 minutes or until the edges are golden and the center is set. Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Step 6:
- Meanwhile make the salted caramel drizzle In a small saucepan over medium heat combine sugar and water. Cook without stirring until deep amber about 5 7 minutes. Remove from heat immediately whisk in butter and cream (mixture will bubble) then stir in salt. Let cool slightly.
- Step 7:
- Once bars are cool drizzle with salted caramel. Chill briefly to set caramel then lift out and cut into squares.
Save These bars are perfect for family gatherings and always bring smiles all around the table.
Notes
Bars keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerated for up to 1 week.
Required Tools
9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan Mixing bowls Small saucepan Whisk Parchment paper Spatula
Allergen Information
Contains milk/dairy tree nuts (pecans/walnuts) and gluten (unless gluten-free graham crackers are used) May contain soy and other allergens present in chocolate/butterscotch chips check labels for specifics
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Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I make the crust for these bars?
Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press firmly into a baking pan to form an even base before layering.
- → Can I substitute pecans in the nut layer?
Yes, walnuts work well as a substitute or omit nuts completely for a nut-free version.
- → What is the best way to prepare the salted caramel drizzle?
Cook sugar and water until deep amber, then whisk in butter, cream, and sea salt off heat for a smooth caramel sauce.
- → How should these bars be stored after baking?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- → Are gluten-free graham crackers suitable for this dish?
Yes, using gluten-free graham crackers makes the bars suitable for gluten-sensitive diets without altering the flavor.