Ingredients
For the Crust:
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Filling:
• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened)
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or pecans, optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
1. Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Step 2: Prepare the Crust
1. Mix Crust Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
2. Press into Pan: Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
Step 3: Add the Filling
1. Layer the Raspberries: Evenly distribute the fresh raspberries over the crust.
2. Pour Sweetened Condensed Milk: Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the raspberries.
3. Add Coconut: Sprinkle shredded coconut on top of the condensed milk layer.
4. Optional Toppings: If using, sprinkle chocolate chips and chopped nuts over the coconut layer.
Step 4: Bake the Bars
1. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
2. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.
Step 5: Slice and Serve
1. Cut into Bars: Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper (if used) and cut into squares or rectangles.
2. Serve: Enjoy your Raspberry Coconut Magic Bars as a delightful dessert or snack!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25