5 Layer Bars Recipe

Decadent 5-Layer Bars, a recipe straight from Gourmet Magazine, are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! These irresistible bars boast layers of crunchy graham cracker crust, pecans, coconut, butterscotch chips, and chocolate chips, all drenched in creamy sweetened condensed milk. Get ready for the tastiest treat you've ever had!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 216 kcal
Protein 4g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for 5 Layer Bars

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How to Make 5 Layer Bars

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs and ½ cup melted unsalted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
  3. Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  4. Evenly sprinkle ½ cup chopped pecans over the crust.
  5. Sprinkle ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut over the pecans.
  6. Evenly distribute 1 cup butterscotch chips over the coconut.
  7. Sprinkle 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips over the butterscotch chips.
  8. Pour one (14 ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over all layers.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  10. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for easier cutting and to allow the bars to firm up.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

83g

Fat

38g

Carbs

8g

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