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Salted Caramel Magic Bars

These Salted Caramel Magic Bars are a heavenly blend of chocolate, butterscotch, and caramel, all topped with a hint of salt!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter melted
  • scant 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 10 Werthers Original Soft Caramels unwrapped
  • 1 tablespoon half-and-half or cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut flakes measured loosely and not packed
  • about two-thirds can sweetened condensed milk 14-ounce can, eyeball it

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9x13 inch baking pan with a little butter or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and graham cracker crumbs. Stir until the crumbs are fully coated in butter. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust.
  3. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips and butterscotch chips evenly over the crust.
  4. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unwrapped Werthers Original Soft Caramels and the tablespoon of half-and-half (or cream). Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth. Drizzle this luscious caramel over the chocolate and butterscotch layers.
  5. Evenly sprinkle the sweetened shredded coconut flakes over the melted caramel layer.
  6. Pour about two-thirds of the can of sweetened condensed milk over the coconut, ensuring it covers the entire surface. This will bind all the ingredients together as it bakes.
  7. Sprinkle the salt over the top of the bars to enhance the flavors and add that irresistible salty-sweet element.
  8. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set but still slightly gooey.
  9. Allow the bars to cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares. This will help them hold their shape.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
  • Swap out the semi-sweet chocolate chips for dark chocolate or milk chocolate if you prefer.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.