Indulge in Delight: Decadent Pecan Magic Bars

Dive into the enchanting world of our Pecan Magic Bars, where layers of flavor converge to create a symphony for your taste buds. These bars are not just a treat; they’re a journey through textures and tastes, offering a perfect balance for those craving a delightful experience. Let’s unravel the magic and savor the art of baking.

Ingredients Crafting Symphony: Gather your orchestra of flavors with these exquisite ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (reduce to 1 cup for lower points) 🍪
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (use light butter or a reduced amount for lower points) 🧈
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (use sugar-free or reduce to 1/2 cup for lower points) 🍫
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips (use sugar-free or reduce to 1/2 cup for lower points) 🍬
  • 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (use unsweetened for lower points) 🥥
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (reduce to 1/2 cup for lower points) 🌰
  • 1 (14 oz) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk (or use a sugar-free version for lower points) 🥛

Magical Symphony Unfolding: Witness the creation of this delightful masterpiece with these magical steps:

  1. Oven Prelude: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing it to drape over the edges for easy removal. 🌡️🍳
  2. Crust Overture: In a harmonious blend, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this melody firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan, creating a crust that sets the stage for the layers to come. 🍪🧈
  3. Layered Crescendo: Sprinkle the stage with layers of semisweet chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Each layer contributes to the symphony of textures and flavors. 🍫🍬🥥🌰
  4. Sweetened Condensed Harmony: Like the crescendo in a musical masterpiece, pour the fat-free sweetened condensed milk evenly over the top, ensuring it covers all the layers in a sweet, silky harmony. 🥛
  5. Baking Sonata: Let the bars perform in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges achieve a golden brown allure, and the center sets like a perfect note. 🕒
  6. Cooling Finale: Allow the bars to cool gracefully in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift out the bars and cut them into squares, ready for the grand finale of taste. 😋

Nutritional Ballad: Each bar, a nutritional ballad of its own, holds approximately 200 kcal (values may vary). For those on the Weight Watchers journey, each bar carries approximately 6 SmartPoints (values may vary). Keep in mind these are estimations, and actual points may vary based on specific ingredients and variations.

Savor the Magic: As you indulge in these Pecan Magic Bars, relish the magical interplay of textures and flavors. Whether enjoyed as a delightful dessert or shared with loved ones, these bars encapsulate the art of baking—a symphony for the senses. Bon appétit!

Magic Bars With Pecans

Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (reduce to 1 cup for lower points)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted (use light butter or a reduced amount for lower points) 
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (use sugar-free or reduce to 1/2 cup for lower points) 
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips (use sugar-free or reduce to 1/2 cup for lower points) 
  • 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (use unsweetened for lower points) 
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (reduce to 1/2 cup for lower points) 
  • 1 (14 oz) can fat-free sweetened condensed milk (or use a sugar-free version for lower points) 

Directions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal. 
  2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust. 
  3. Layer the chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, coconut, and pecans over the crust. 
  4. Pour the fat-free sweetened condensed milk evenly over the top, covering all the layers. 
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the middle is set. 
  6. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift out the bars and cut them into squares. 

Nutritional Information (per bar):

  • Calories: Approximately 200 kcal per bar (values may vary)
  • Weight Watchers SmartPoints: Approximately 6 SmartPoints per bar (values may vary)

Remember, these are estimated points, and actual points may vary based on specific ingredients and variations.