Magic Cookie Bars Cake Mix Version Recipe

This ridiculously easy Magic Cookie Bars recipe uses a cake mix for a shortcut to unbelievably delicious results! Inherited from a cake mix box and perfected over years, this recipe is incredibly adaptable and delivers rich, decadent bars that are perfect for potlucks, parties, or a sweet treat any time. Get ready for a flavor explosion with chocolate, butterscotch, nuts, and coconut – all held together by a creamy condensed milk topping. This no-fuss recipe is perfect for beginner bakers!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 198.8 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
Magic Cookie Bars Cake Mix Version 19

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Magic Cookie Bars Cake Mix Version

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How to Make Magic Cookie Bars Cake Mix Version

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine one 15.25-ounce box of your favorite yellow or chocolate cake mix with 1 cup (2 sticks) of cold, unsalted butter. Use a pastry blender to cut the butter into the cake mix until the mixture is crumbly.
  3. Press the crumbly mixture firmly into the bottom of an ungreased 10x15 inch baking pan.
  4. Evenly sprinkle 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, 1 cup butterscotch chips, 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts recommended), and 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut over the pressed cake mix.
  5. Drizzle 1 (14-ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over the toppings.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the topping is bubbly.
  7. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. This allows them to set properly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

72g

Fat

27g

Carbs

8g