If you’re craving something sweet and satisfying, Butter Cookie Bars are the treat to whip up. With layers of cookie crunch, chocolatey goodness, and a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk, the bars deliver a delightful dessert experience. Get ready to impress everyone around you with the simple yet tasty recipe.
For those who might be looking to customize, feel free to swap out the nuts for your favorite variety, or even leave them out altogether if allergies are a concern. Quality butter cookies will truly make a difference in texture and taste; homemade ones can take the bars to a whole new level of deliciousness. While sweetened condensed milk is a staple here, substituting with a vegan version can also work if you’re aiming for a dairy-free treat.
Brownies & Bars
Butter Cookie Bars Recipe
Ingredients
- 40 butter cookies, divided
- 1 cup coconut
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup nuts
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and arrange 16 whole butter cookies in a single layer on the bottom.
- Crush approximately 16 more cookies coarsely and sprinkle them over the first layer of cookies.
- Layer the coconut evenly over the crushed cookies, followed by the chocolate chips, and then the nuts.
- Take the remaining cookies, crush them coarsely, and sprinkle them over the nut layer.
- Drizzle the condensed milk evenly over the entire top layer, making sure to cover it well.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the center is set and the top turns golden brown. Be careful not to overbake.
- Let the bars cool in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them into squares.
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If you’re in the mood for something rich and indulgent, I highly recommend Butterbrickle Brownies. With a delightful combination of chocolate-covered toffee bits and semi-sweet chocolate chips, Butterbrickle Brownies are a decadent treat that will satisfy any sweet tooth.