Seven Layer Coconut Chocolate Bar
A decadent bar featuring seven layers of rich chocolate, coconut, nuts, and sweetened condensed milk that create a luscious and textured dessert perfect for sharing. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 45 minutes layers graham cracker crumbs, unsalted butter, melted, semisweet chocolate chips into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup butterscotch chips
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs with 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter and press firmly into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking pan.
- Step 2: Sprinkle 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips evenly over the crust, followed by 1 cup butterscotch chips.
- Step 3: Evenly layer 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut and then 1 cup chopped walnuts over the chips.
- Step 4: Pour 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk evenly over the layered ingredients to bind them.
- Step 5: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the edges are golden and the top is bubbling.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars to enjoy a multi-textured, sweet treat.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Seven Layer Coconut Chocolate Bar take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (15 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Seven Layer Coconut Chocolate Bar?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Seven Layer Coconut Chocolate Bar?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Seven Layer Coconut Chocolate Bar for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Seven Layer Coconut Chocolate Bar?
American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
