Description
Indulgent Magic Bars combine layers of sweet, gooey goodness from condensed milk, chocolate chips, and coconut. Dessert enthusiasts will savor this classic treat that promises rich flavor and nostalgic comfort in each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 11 oz (311 g) butterscotch chips
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup toffee bits
- 1 cup pumpkin pie filling
- 14 oz (397 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 2 tsps ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 1/8 tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground allspice
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Mix softened butter and sugar until fluffy, then fold in flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to form a cohesive base mixture.
- Initial Baking: Press crust evenly into foil-lined 11×7-inch baking dish and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes until edges turn light golden.
- Layering Foundation: Spread pumpkin filling uniformly across the partially baked crust, creating a smooth base for additional toppings.
- Topping Assembly: Strategically scatter butterscotch chips, toffee bits, and chopped pecans across the pumpkin filling, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Moisture Infusion: Generously drizzle sweetened condensed milk over the entire surface, allowing it to penetrate between toppings and create a rich, binding layer.
- Final Baking: Return to oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top achieves a deep golden-brown color with slightly crisp edges.
- Cooling and Setting: Allow dessert to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for minimum 2 hours to facilitate clean cutting and optimal texture.
- Serving Preparation: Slice chilled bars into uniform rectangles using a clean, sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts for pristine edges.
Notes
- Crust Consistency Tip: Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly to create a stable base that prevents crumbling and ensures uniform baking.
- Prevent Burning Technique: Watch the edges closely during baking to avoid over-browning, which can create a bitter taste and tough texture.
- Chilling Strategy: Refrigeration is crucial for achieving clean, neat cuts and helping the condensed milk set properly within the layers.
- Topping Distribution Hack: Sprinkle toppings gently and evenly to guarantee each bar gets a perfect balance of butterscotch, toffee, and pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 17
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg