Easter Magic Cookie Bars | 7 Layer Bars

September 2024 · 8 minute read
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Easter Magic Cookie Bars are sure to be a hit! Everyone loves decadent 7 Layer Bars and this fun Easter version is the perfect addition to your Easter festivities! A terrific treat to make and enjoy with the whole family!

Looking for more Easter treats? Here are a few of our favorites: Bunny Bait Easter Snack MixCarrot Cake and Peeps Rice Krispie Treats!

7 Layer Bars

I have yet to meet a person who doesn’t love Magic Cookie Bars – also known as 7 Layer Bars. They are universally loved and so customizable. We have so many versions that we’ve shared over the years and this Easter version may be my most favorite yet.

We’ve taken the classic magic cookie bar recipe and added some Cadbury eggs so they really scream “Easter!”. Another option would be to grab a bag of Easter M&Ms and use those instead. You can’t go wrong either way!

Love Magic Bar recipes? Try these favorites: Piña Colada Magic Bars, Cherry Magic Bars and Raspberry Magic Bars.

More Dessert Bar Recipes

Dessert bars are always a good idea! Easier than cookies, bars can be made in advance and then cut to small or large squares depending on your preference. Here are some must-make bars to try:

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  • Carrot Cake Bars
  • Key Lime Pie Bars
  • Snickers Bars
  • Lemon Bars
  • Piña Colada Magic Bars
  • Magic Cookie Bar Recipe Ingredients

    You’ll notice all the usual 7 layer bar ingredients in this recipe plus a few extras that take these treats over the top and make them perfect for Easter. As always, you can find the full, printable recipe card at the end of this post. Let’s take a quick look at what you’ll need:

    Easily customize this recipe for other holidays by using M&Ms that correspond with the holiday. (I.e. red and green for Christmas, pastel for Easter, red white and blue for 4th of July, etc.)

    How To Make 7 Layer Bars

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Make crust by combining the vanilla wafer crumbs and melted salted butter.
  • Press into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. 
  • Sprinkle the quick oats evenly over the crust.
  • Add milk chocolate chips followed by the peanut butter chips.
  • Sprinkle the coconut flakes on top of the chips.
  • Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the top and finish with the chocolate eggs.
  • Bake in the oven for 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
  • Cut into bars and serve.
  • Storage Information

    Cover bars tightly and store at room temperature for 2 to 3 days. After that, they need to go in the refrigerator and will last for about 7 days.

    To Freeze: Cut into individual bars and wrap in plastic wrap and then transfer to a freezer safe ziploc bag. They will last up to 3 months and can be thawed at room temperature. 

    Magic Cookie Bars FAQs

    How do I store these Easter Magic Cookie Bars?

    Cover these and store them on the countertop for 2-3 days. After that they need to go in the refrigerator and will last for about 7 days. To freeze, cut them up into individual bars and wrap them well. They will last up to 3 months and can be thawed at room temperature. 

    Can I double this recipe?

    This recipe can be challenging to double only for the simple fact that it’s hard to find a baking dish to accommodate the additional ingredients. If you do double, just use two 9 x 13 baking dishes.

    Do I have to use quick oats?

    Old fashioned oats won’t cook up as nicely as quick oats so either use quick oats or make your own by processing old fashioned oats in a food processor for a few pulses. If you don’t want to use oats, consider swapping in nuts for the oats. The bars are chewier with oats, crunchier with nuts.

    Trish’s Tips and Tricks

    This recipe is really straight forward but check out these tips for the best results!

    Recipe Variations

    You can change up these magic cookie bars to match any occasion simply by changing out the color or type of M&Ms or other candy that you use on the top! Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day, even Birthdays can be celebrated with these delicious treats!

    More Easter Desserts

  • Carrot Cake
  • Coconut Cream Pie
  • Jell-O Divinity
  • Easter Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Three Minute Easter Fluff
  • Speckled Egg Easter Cake
  • Cream Cheese Mints
  • Bunny Bait
  • How To Make This Magic Cookie Bar Recipe

    Easter Magic Cookie Bars

    Easter Magic Cookie Bars are sure to be a hit! Everyone loves decadent 7 Layer Bars and this fun Easter version is the perfect addition to your Easter festivities! A terrific treat to make and enjoy with the whole family!

    Course Dessert Cuisine American Keyword 7 layer bars, easter dessert, magic cookie bar recipe, magic cookie bars, seven layer bars Prep Time 15 minutes Cook Time 18 minutes Servings 20 Calories 367kcal Author Trish – Mom On Timeout

    Ingredients

    Instructions

    Notes

    Storage Information: Cover these tightly and store at room temperature for 2 to3 days. After that, they need to go in the refrigerator and will last for about 7 days. To Freeze: Cut into individual bars and wrap in plastic wrap and then transfer to a freezer safe ziploc bag. They will last up to 3 months and can be thawed at room temperature. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 176mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 311IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 1mg

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