Vegan 6-Layer Magic Bars Recipe
Today we are making a Vegan 6-Layer Magic Bars Recipe! If you’re looking for the ultimate indulgent treat that’s totally plant-based, these bars are about to be your new favorite dessert! Reminiscent of classic magic bars, this vegan version combines a buttery graham cracker crust, gooey sweetened condensed coconut milk, rich chocolate, crunchy walnuts, and a touch of toasted coconut. Each bite is an experience of textures and flavors that make these bars simply irresistible. The best part? No one will guess they’re completely dairy-free!
What makes these magic bars so special is the incredible layering of flavors and how effortless they are to prepare. Whether you’re making them for a holiday gathering, a cozy night in, or just as a treat for yourself, they’re sure to impress. With only six main ingredients, you’ll have these beauties prepped and in the oven in no time. Plus, they don’t require any fancy techniques – just layer, bake, and enjoy!
These bars are perfect for any occasion, but they’re especially loved during the holidays. They’re sweet enough to be a satisfying dessert but balanced with the nutty crunch of walnuts and the slight chewiness of coconut. If you love decadent, chocolatey desserts with a bit of crunch and a lot of flavor, these vegan magic bars will easily become a favorite staple in your recipe collection.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan 6-Layer Magic Bars Recipe
Irresistible Layered Texture: These Vegan 6-Layer Magic Bars are all about the perfect texture combination. The foundation is a buttery graham cracker crust that crumbles beautifully and provides a rich, satisfying base. Then comes the layer of gooey vegan sweetened condensed milk, which melts into the crust as it bakes, creating a sweet, chewy layer that’s almost caramel-like. The semi-sweet chocolate adds smooth, melt-in-your-mouth bites, while the walnuts bring in a nutty crunch that balances the richness of the chocolate and condensed milk. Finally, the shredded coconut layer lightly toasts on top, adding a slight crisp that contrasts wonderfully with the softer layers underneath. Together, these textures make each bite complex and so satisfying that you won’t be able to stop at just one bar.
No Special Equipment Needed: One of the best things about this recipe is its simplicity – it’s truly beginner-friendly! You’ll only need a baking dish and some pantry basics to pull this off; no mixer, food processor, or special molds required. Just a bowl and spoon to mix your crust, a spatula to spread out the layers, and an oven to bake it to perfection. This makes these magic bars an ideal choice when you’re in a pinch or want a minimal-fuss dessert. Plus, without the need for extra equipment, cleanup is a breeze, leaving you with more time to enjoy these delicious bars with family or friends.
Substitutions
Vegan Sweetened Condensed Milk: There are a few brands of vegan sweetened condensed milk that you can buy online, or you may even find them in a grocery store chain. I usually find this at my local grocery store. Some common brands are Let’s Do Organic and President’s Choice.
Walnuts: Swap the walnuts for pecans.
Chocolate Chips: Use vegan semisweet chocolate chips, chunks or a chopped chocolate bar. Make sure there’s no milk or milk powder added to the chocolate (so it’s vegan). Swap in with dark chocolate, which will be a bit more bitter (60-70% dark chocolate would be okay, anything more might be too dark).
For added decadence, try a mix of vegan semisweet chocolate and vegan white chocolate chips.
Coconut: Sweetened shredded coconut works the best here. Unsweetened coconut doesn’t have much of a taste because it doesn’t have any sweetener in it, so I don’t recommend this swap.
Vegan Butter: Melt Organics is my go-to for salted vegan butter sticks. These melt really well for this recipe! You can swap in with your favorite brand of vegan butter (make sure it’s salted, or add a pinch of salt into the melted butter, if it’s not).
Graham Cracker Crumbs: Use vegan graham cracker crumbs. There are brands that can be found in the natural/vegan foods aisle of most grocery stores. Different types of crackers will absorb moisture differently, so start off with less butter as the instructions state, and add more as needed to help the mixture press together.
Vegan 6-Layer Magic Bars Recipe Notes
- To make it easier to lift the bars out and slice them cleanly, line your baking dish with parchment paper, letting the edges hang over the sides. This also makes cleanup easier!
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Vegan 6-Layer Magic Bars Recipe
Equipment
- 8×5-inch Baking Tray
- Oven
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1½ cups vegan graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup salted vegan butter melted; reserve extra for greasing the pan
- ½ cup vegan sweetened condensed milk at room temperature
- ½ cup vegan semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup raw walnuts chopped
- ½ cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Lightly grease the baking pan with vegan butter, then line it with parchment paper.
- Mix together the graham cracker crumbs and the melted butter in a bowl. Start with a half cup of butter, and add more as needed. You may not need the entire half cup – just add enough butter to help it all press together.
- Use the bottom of a glass to press the graham cracker crust firmly into the pan.
- Evenly spread the sweetened condensed milk over the crust.
- Sprinkle on the chocolate chips, walnuts and then coconut. Gently press then down into the sweetened condensed milk.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until the edges of the bars are golden-brown.
- Once done, remove from the oven. Let them cool for at least 30 minutes. Refrigerate the bars to firm them up, if they're too soft. Once they're hard enough, cut them into 12 servings and enjoy!
Notes
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Storage
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, with parchment paper in between the layers.
