I'd like to send out my sincerest apologies for being absent from the blogosphere (are people still using that word?) for so long. But, I am making it up to you with these drool-worthy bars.
Since I have come home for my summer break, I weirdly have hardly baked at all. What you think would be greatly appreciated by my friends and family who tend to get upset when I destroy all their dieting-hardwork with endless cookies has actually led them to more confusion than ever. "Why aren't you baking? Are you sick?"--No, I am fine. I just was out of the game for so long. But I am back! Don't you people forget about me!
A lot of people make 7-Layer Bars that only have like two or three layers. To be honest, I have never had a bar with 7-Layers until I made these. I don't know what the seventh layer is supposed to be? So I made it Oreos... because why not. They are possibly the easiest thing to make in the entire world. I wouldn't stress over these coming out right or wrong because when you combine this many sugary ingredients into a pan there is really no chance of it not tasting incredible. It requires zero expertise, I promise. But they are the perfect treat to bring to a party... perhaps a Father's Day party?
Hope you all enjoy, and if you're a father have a wonderful day honoring you!
(oh my god)
7-Layer Bars
Yields 24 Medium-Sized Bars
- 1 Cup Salted Butter, melted in microwave (30 second intervals)
- 2 Cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 1 1/2 Cups Chocolate Chips
- 1 1/2 Cups Butterscotch Chips
- 1 Cup Pecans, chopped
- 1 1/2 Cups Shredded Sweetened Coconut
- 10 Oreos, chopped in to 1/2 inch pieces
- 1 14 oz. can Sweetened Condensed Milk
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 13x9 inch pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick spray.
Combine the butter and graham cracker crumbs in a small bowl. Spread evenly over pan and press down to form the crust. You can use a piece of parchment paper so you can really pack down the crust with your hand.
Sprinkle the chips, nuts, coconut, and Oreos evenly over the crust. With a spoon, drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over everything. Be generous. Don't hold back because sweetened condensed milk is excellent.
Bake for a half hour, turning the pan halfway through. If the coconut starts to brown, pull the bars out. It should be a nice golden on top. Let cool completely before cutting in to them.
