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Eagle Brand

Classic 7-Layer Bars

Adapted from the original Eagle Brand Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk packaging. Back of the Bag is not affiliated with Eagle Brand.

"The ultimate layered indulgence"

Prep 10 min Cook 30 min 24 bars
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Classic 7-Layer Bars

The Story

Though similar to 'Magic Cookie Bars,' the '7-Layer' variation became a back-of-the-can staple in the 1960s to showcase the versatility of sweetened condensed milk as a binder. It specifically popularized the inclusion of butterscotch chips alongside chocolate, creating a distinctively rich profile that defined American potluck culture for decades.

From the back of Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk — since 1963

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup butterscotch flavored chips
  • 1 cup flaked coconut
  • 1 (14 ounce) can Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (325°F for glass dish).

  2. 2

    In a 13x9-inch baking pan, combine melted butter and graham cracker crumbs; press firmly into bottom of pan.

  3. 3

    Layer remaining ingredients over crumbs in the order listed.

  4. 4

    Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over all layers.

  5. 5

    Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

  6. 6

    Cool completely before cutting into bars.