Description

4th of July Magic Cookie Bars are the ultimate festive treat for your summer celebrations. Bursting with vibrant colors from red and blue M&M’s, these easy-to-make cookie bars combine chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and a buttery graham cracker base to create a deliciously decadent dessert. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or family gatherings, they are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up these delightful bars that will steal the show at any event.

Ingredients

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½ cup salted butter (melted)
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can sweetened condensed milk
½ cup quick cook oats
1 cup chocolate chips
1 cup white chocolate chips
1 cup red & blue M&M’s

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, and vanilla extract until blended.
Press mixture into a parchment-lined 9×13 baking dish to form the base.
Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over the base.
Sprinkle oats, chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, and M&M’s on top.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown around edges.
Allow to cool before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 190
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 85mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. For added texture, consider adding nuts or coconut flakes as toppings. Chill the dough before baking for chewier bars.