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There’s something truly magical about strolling through a Disney resort, surrounded by the aroma of sweet treats and childhood nostalgia. One of our favorite Disney-inspired indulgences? Magic Cookie Bars!
These layered dessert bars are the perfect combination of crunchy, chewy, chocolatey goodness, making them a hit with kids and adults alike. The best part? They’re incredibly easy to make at home! With just a few pantry staples, you can bring a little Disney magic to your own kitchen.
This recipe for Magic Bars was inspired by our trip to Walt Disney World in 2016! It was one of our favorite desserts that they made at our resort. By one of our favorites, I really mean one of our favorites!
The food is so good there that it was hard to choose which dessert to get! We have been there a few times, and each time we have stayed at Port Orleans Riverside Resort.
The resort is so nice and you forget you are at a Disney park area because it is so quiet and relaxing there. All four of us are Disney fans. There is something about being at Walt Disney World that brings out the kid in all of us and is so magical.
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Speaking of magical, these Magic Bars are something you really should try! At Disney, they use butterscotch and chocolate chips.
While that was delicious made that way, I took out the butterscotch chips and replaced them with mini M&M’s. (The reason why is because I forgot to buy butterscotch chips and had the M&M’s in my pantry…and did not feel like running to the store one more time!)
Luckily, it worked, and not only did it work – we liked it better this way. It was not as sweet as with the butterscotch chips.
Magic Cookie Bar Ingredients
- Graham Crackers, crushed into crumbs – You’ll need about one sleeve of graham crackers.
- Butter, melted
- Regular or Mini Semisweet Chocolate Chips – You can also use milk chocolate chips.
- Mini M&M’s
- Flaked Sweetened Coconut
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Walnuts, chopped – You can also use pecans or peanuts.
Parchment paper or butter to grease the pan
How to Make Magic Bars
They are so easy to make!
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Line a 13×9 baking pan with parchment paper or generously grease the pan to prevent sticking.
- In a bowl, crush the graham crackers until they are fine crumbs. I used about one sleeve of graham crackers. I would highly suggest using parchment paper in your pan so they come out easier. (The first time I buttered my pan and they were a bit difficult to get out of the pan.)
- Once you have your graham crackers finely chopped, add the melted butter to them and mix well in a bowl.
- Press the graham cracker crumbs into your prepared 13×9 pan to form a thin, even crust. I use the back of a fork to spread it out. And, you might think this will not be enough to cover the bottom of the pan (like I do each time!), but it will. :o)
- Then, sprinkle the chocolate chips, mini M&M’s, and coconut flakes over the graham cracker base.
- Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the toppings, making sure to cover them completely.
- Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and slightly bubbly.
- Optional: While the bars are still warm, gently press a few extra mini M&M’s on top for an extra pop of color and sweetness.
- Allow the seven layer bars to cool completely, then cut them into squares.
So once they are cooled and cut into squares, and of course, you eat a couple of them, cover them, and place them in the refrigerator. Enjoy!
So, this and Mickey Mouse ice cream bars are at the top of my list for Disney desserts.
What is your favorite one from the park?
Storage Tips
- Room Temperature: Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Refrigerator: For a firmer texture, keep them in the fridge for up to a week.
- Freezer: Wrap individual bars in plastic wrap and store them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving.
They can be stored at room temperature, but this last time I put them in the refrigerator because it was so warm in our house.
I have to tell you, I think eating them chilled makes them even better!
Tips for the Perfect Magic Bars
- If you prefer a nut-free version, simply leave out the walnuts or replace them with extra chocolate chips or coconut.
- For an extra gooey texture, slightly underbake the bars and let them set as they cool.
- Swap out the M&M’s for seasonal varieties to make these festive for different holidays!
Did you make this recipe? If so, please leave a comment and rating below. I love hearing from you.
Magic Cookie Bars (7 Layer Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs (about one sleeve of graham crackers)
- ½ cup butter melted
- ¾ cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
- ¾ cup mini M&M’s
- 1 cup flaked sweetened coconut
- 1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup walnuts chopped
- parchment paper or butter to grease the pan
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Line 13×9 baking pan with parchment paper or generously grease the pan.parchment paper
- In a bowl, crush the graham crackers into finely chopped crumbs. Add the melted butter to the crumbs and mix well.1 ¼ cup graham cracker crumbs, ½ cup butter
- Place the crumb mixture into the pan and spread out to make a thin crust, using the back of a fork.
- Cover the crust with the mini chocolate chips, mini M&M’s and coconut.¾ cup mini semisweet chocolate chips, ¾ cup mini M&M’s, 1 cup flaked sweetened coconut
- Drizzle the sweetened condensed milk over the pan, covering it completely.1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- Sprinkle the nuts evenly on top.½ cup walnuts
- Bake at 350⁰F for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool and cut into squares.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is approximate and is automatically calculated, so should only be used as a guide.
More Easy Dessert Recipes
If you’re looking for more easy desserts to try, you’ll love my eclair cake or any of my cookie recipes!
