3 Layer Bars
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of 3 Layer Bars—a dessert that combines rich textures and bold flavors for a show-stopping treat. This easy-to-make recipe boasts a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy and luscious chocolate layer, and a crunchy topping of toasted pecans and shredded coconut. Perfect for potlucks, holidays, or an afternoon pick-me-up, these bars come together with just 15 minutes of prep time and a few pantry staples, including sweetened condensed milk and a duo of semisweet and milk chocolate chips for a perfectly balanced sweetness. Serve these chewy, crunchy, and chocolatey delights to wow your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth anytime! Don't forget to cool them completely for clean, Instagram-worthy slices.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
- 0.5 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, melt 1 cup of unsalted butter. Stir in the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar until well combined and crumbly.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared dish to create the base layer.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then set it aside to cool slightly while you prepare the next layers.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, milk chocolate chips, and vanilla extract. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and the mixture is smooth.
Pour the chocolate mixture evenly over the baked graham cracker crust, spreading with a spatula if needed.
Top the chocolate layer with the chopped pecans or walnuts and shredded coconut, pressing gently with your hands or a spoon to help them adhere.
Bake in the oven for an additional 15 minutes or until the coconut is lightly toasted.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. For faster cooling, you can place the pan in the fridge for 1-2 hours.
Once cooled, carefully lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang or cut directly in the pan into 16 squares. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6799 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 388.5 g | 498% | |
| Saturated Fat | 193.9 g | 970% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 415 mg | 138% | |
| Sodium | 2135 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 800.1 g | 291% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.5 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 622.3 g | ||
| Protein | 94.6 g | 189% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1842 mg | 142% | |
| Iron | 24.5 mg | 136% | |
| Potassium | 3987 mg | 85% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
