These luscious layer bars are the ONLY cookie bar recipe you will ever need! I should call them disappearing bars because they are by far the most loved treat at any gathering.

Who would’ve known that combining so many different elements would result in the most gooey, delectable treat? I love the sweetness and caramel flavor from the condensed milk, and the element of surprise from the butterscotch. These bars will quickly make their way to the “favorites” category in your recipe box.

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Luscious Layer Bars

The only cookie bar recipe you will ever need!

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Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Ingredients

1 pouch Betty Crocker chocolate chip cookie mix
1/2 cup (one stick) salted butter room temperature
1 egg
1 cup milk chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup shredded flaked coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

Heat oven to 350° F.
Spray 9×13 inch pan with nonstick spray.
In a bowl, combine cookie mix, room temperature butter and egg. Mix until powder is moistened and incorporated. It will be slightly dry feeling, that's okay!
Press dough into the bottom of your 9×13 pan. Place in the oven for 15 minutes.
Remove (dough will still be soft and nearly raw) and evenly sprinkle chocolate and butterscotch chips, and flaked coconut.
Drizzle condensed milk evenly over the top and then add walnuts.
Return pan to oven and bake an additional 35 minutes.
Bars will be golden brown and bubbly. Allow to cool for 2 hours. Cut into bars and enjoy!

Tips for making Luscious Layer Bars

Make them ahead. These bars take about 2 hours to cool. They’re much easier to cut after they have fully cooled.
How do I store the bars? They are best kept in an airtight container or ziplock baggie.
Can Luscious Layer Bars be frozen? Yes! You can freeze them in a ziplock gallon bag and then allow them to come to room temperature before eating.
Are these bars really rich and sweet? YES! They’re so deliciously rich and sweet. I find it best to cut them into smaller squares or bars and always have milk or water for whomever you’re serving them to.
Do I have to add walnuts? Walnuts are optional but truly add the best texture! I also love that they are slightly toasted in the oven.
Can these bars be made GLUTEN FREE? YES! Simply make sure that you replace the cookie mix for a gluten free option. Everything else is naturally gluten free, just be sure to double check your labels.