Description

Almond Joy Magic Cookie Bars are a decadent layered dessert inspired by the classic Almond Joy candy bar. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, gooey caramel, sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, and crunchy almonds, these bars offer rich flavors and a satisfying mix of chewy and crunchy textures. Easy to make and perfect for potlucks or sweet cravings.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 ½ cups shredded sweetened coconut
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped almonds
1 cup caramel bits or soft caramel candies, chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or foil with an overhang for easy removal.
Make the Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
Layer Ingredients:
- Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut evenly over the milk.
- Add caramel bits if using.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over caramel layer.
- Top with chopped almonds.
Bake: Bake 25-30 minutes until edges are golden and top is set.
Cool and Set: Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Chill in refrigerator for at least 2 hours for best slicing.
Serve: Use the parchment or foil overhang to lift bars out. Cut into squares and serve.

Notes

Substitute nuts with pecans, walnuts, or macadamia nuts.Use milk or dark chocolate chips for variation.Sprinkle flaky sea salt before baking for sweet-salty flavor.Drizzle additional melted caramel on top for extra gooeyness.Omit coconut for a nutty chocolate bar alternative.