Easter is a magical time of year, filled with pastel colors, egg hunts, and delicious treats. If you’re looking for a fun and festive dessert to add to your Easter menu, look no further than these Easter Magic Cookie Bars. These bars are easy to make and bursting with flavor, making them the perfect addition to any Easter celebration.
Recipe 1: Classic Easter Magic Cookie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup Easter M&Ms
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and graham cracker crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker crust.
- Layer the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and Easter M&Ms on top of the sweetened condensed milk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 290
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 26mg
Sodium: 127mg
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 25g
Protein: 3g
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- 9×13 inch baking dish
- Nonstick cooking spray
Serving Suggestions:
These Easter Magic Cookie Bars are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
Variations:
Feel free to mix and match the add-ins in these cookie bars to suit your tastes. You can also swap out the Easter M&Ms for regular M&Ms or another type of candy.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have graham cracker crumbs, you can use crushed vanilla wafers or Oreo cookies instead. You can also use different types of chips or nuts depending on what you have on hand.
Storage:
Store these cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
Tips:
- Make sure to press the graham cracker crust firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to prevent it from crumbling.
- You can line the baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use different types of chips in these cookie bars?
- Can I use different types of nuts?
- Can I make these cookie bars ahead of time?
Yes, you can use any type of chocolate chips or butterscotch chips that you like.
Yes, you can use any type of nut that you like, or leave them out altogether if you prefer.
Yes, you can make these bars up to 2 days ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Recipe 2: Gluten-Free Easter Magic Cookie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free graham cracker crumbs
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup gluten-free semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup gluten-free butterscotch chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup Easter M&Ms
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and gluten-free graham cracker crumbs. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker crust.
- Layer the gluten-free chocolate chips, gluten-free butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and Easter M&Ms on top of the sweetened condensed milk.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Nutritional Information:
Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 290
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 26mg
Sodium: 127mg
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 25g
Protein: 3g
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Equipment:
- Mixing bowl
- 9×13 inch baking dish
- Nonstick cooking spray
Serving Suggestions:
These Gluten-Free Easter Magic Cookie Bars are delicious on their own, but you can also serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
Variations:
Feel free to mix and match the add-ins in these cookie bars to suit your tastes. You can also swap out the Easter M&Ms for regular M&Ms or another type of candy.
Substitutions:
If you don’t have gluten-free graham cracker crumbs, you can use crushed gluten-free vanilla wafers or gluten-free Oreo cookies instead. You can also use different types of chips or nuts depending on what you have on hand.
Storage:
Store these cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.
Tips:
- Make sure to press the graham cracker crust firmly into the bottom of the baking dish to prevent it from crumbling.
- You can line the baking dish with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them into squares.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use different types of chips in these cookie bars?
- Can I use different types of nuts?
- Can I make these cookie bars ahead of time?
Yes, you can use any type of chocolate chips or butterscotch chips that you like.
Yes, you can use any type of nut that you like, or leave them out altogether if you prefer.
Yes, you can make these bars up to 2 days ahead of time and store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Final Thoughts
These Easter Magic Cookie Bars are a delicious and fun addition to any Easter celebration. Whether you make the classic version or the gluten-free version, these bars are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. They’re easy to make, easy to customize, and easy to store, making them a perfect dessert for busy holiday gatherings. So why not give them a try this Easter and add