Oatmeal Cookie Magic Bars (Printer-Friendly)
A tasty mix of oats, chocolate chips, nuts, and pretzels baked into golden, textured bars with a salty finish.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
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2 cups quick cooking rolled oats
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1/2 cup salted butter, melted
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Layers
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1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
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2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 cup coconut flakes, sweetened or unsweetened
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1 cup roasted peanuts or preferred roasted nuts
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1 cup pretzel sticks
→ Finishing Touch
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1 teaspoon flaky sea salt for topping
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1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for topping
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
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In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly then press evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the oat base. Sprinkle coconut flakes across the surface. Add 2 cups of chocolate chips, followed by roasted peanuts and pretzel sticks. Finally, sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup chocolate chips on top.
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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are golden and the mixture is bubbly. Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle flaky sea salt over the top. Allow bars to cool completely before slicing into 12 portions.
# Extra Tips:
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For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the bars once cooled.