Best 7 Surprise Bars Recipes

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In the realm of delightful desserts, "surprise bars" hold a special place, tantalizing taste buds with their layers of contrasting textures and flavors. These delectable treats, also known as magic bars or seven-layer bars, offer an irresistible combination of a buttery graham cracker crust, a decadent chocolate layer, a soft and chewy coconut filling, a layer of crushed nuts for added crunch, and a luscious caramel topping that ties it all together. With their rich, indulgent taste and stunning appearance, surprise bars are sure to leave you and your loved ones in a state of delightful surprise and satisfaction.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN PIE SURPRISE BARS (PILLSBURY BAKE-OFF WINNER)



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This is the 1971 winner of the Pillsbury Bake-Off. It was created by Pearl Hall of Washington. It's described as "delicious as pecan pie" only easier to make and much more portable to eat in bar form.

Provided by DuChick

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h10m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18 ounce) package yellow cake mix or 1 (18 ounce) package butter recipe cake mix
1/3 cup margarine or 1/3 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • Grease 13 x 9 inch pan.
  • Reserve 2/3 cup of the dry cake mix for filling.
  • In a large bowl, combine remaining dry cake mix, margarine and 1 egg at low speed until well blended.
  • Press in bottom of greased pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until light golden brown.
  • In large bowl, combine reserved 2/3 cup dry cake mix, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and 3 eggs at low speed until moistened.
  • Beat 1 minute at medium speed or until well blended.
  • Pour filling mixture over warm base; sprinkle with pecans.
  • Bake an additional 30-35 minutes or until filling is set.
  • Cool completely.
  • Cut into 36 bars.
  • Store in refrigerator.

PECAN PIE SURPRISE BARS



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Here's your pecan pie and cookie too!

Provided by Glenda

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (18.25 ounce) package yellow cake mix
½ cup butter, melted
1 egg
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 ½ cups dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 9 x13 inch baking pan.
  • Reserve 2/3 cup of the cake mix and set aside. In a large bowl combine the remaining cake mix, melted butter and 1 egg. Mix until crumbly then press mixture into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 to 20 minutes, until light golden brown.
  • Combine the reserved 2/3 cup cake mix, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla and 3 eggs. Beat at medium speed for 1 to 2 minutes. Pour filling over the baked crust and sprinkle with pecans.
  • Return to oven and bake for an additional 30 to 35 minutes, until the filling is set. Cool and cut into 36 bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 55.5 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 284.7 mg, Sugar 26 g

CANDY BAR SURPRISE SUGAR COOKIE BARS



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We hid your favorite candy bar in Betty Crocker sugar cookies for a sweet-tooth-pleasing surprise.

Provided by Deborah Harroun

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pouches (17.5 oz each) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs
1 bag (10 to 12 oz) fun-size candy bars, unwrapped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In medium bowl, mix 1 pouch of cookie mix, 1/2 cup of the butter and 1 egg with spoon until soft dough forms. Press dough in bottom of pan.
  • Line up candy bars over dough, or chop candy bars and sprinkle over dough.
  • Mix second pouch of cookie mix with remaining 1/2 cup butter and egg. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls over candy bars. Gently press with hands, covering candy completely and making top layer even.
  • Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on cooling rack. Cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SURPRISE BARS



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This recipe is soooo easy and so yummy. Nobody ever believes that that base has Ritz crackers in it! I have also made this recipe using sliced almonds instead of the skor chips. (I saved some almonds to sprinkle over the chocolate layer.)

Provided by cookie queen

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 25m

Yield 40 bars

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 box Ritz cracker (original)
1 can condensed milk
1 package Skor chips
1 package milk chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • Crush crackers to small pieces but not crumbs.
  • Add Skor bits and mix.
  • Pour in Condensed milk, mix thoroughly.
  • Pat into 9 x 13 pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake approx 15 minutess.
  • Sprinkle chocolate chips over base.
  • Return to the oven for about 2 minutes.
  • Remove from oven,.
  • Spread melted chocolate evenly over the top.
  • Cool, cut into bars.

CRUNCHY SURPRISE BARS



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This is a good recipes if you like throwing in the kitchen sink.They are really good and basically easy to make. Enjoy these holiday bars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Provided by Zelda Hopkins

Categories     Cookies

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 c sugar
1 c butter, softened
1/4 c molasses
1 large egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 c chopped peanuts
2 c all purpose flour
12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 c seedless raisins
1/3 c peanut butter

Steps:

  • 1. Mix sugar,butter, molasses, egg yolk, and vanilla. then when mixed well add flour and 1 cup of chocolate chips. Press dough in ungreased 13x9 pan. Bake in 350 degree oven til golden brown 25-30 minutes.
  • 2. Mix remaining chocolate chips, raisins, peanuts, and peanut butter in a 2 quart saucepan. Heat over medium - low heat stirring constantly, til chocolate is melted. Spread over crust in pan. Rrfrigerate at least 2 hours. Cut into bars.

PECAN PIE SURPRISE BARS



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Categories     Cookies     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield Makes 36 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

Crust:
1 packaged yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 egg
Filling:
2/3 cup of reserved cake mix
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 1/2 cups dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Grease the bottom and sides of a 13 x 9 inch pan. Reserve 2/3 cup of the dry cake mix for the filling. In a large bowl, combine remaining cake mix, butter and 1 egg. Mix until crumbly. Press into pan and bake at 350 degrees for 15 -20 minutes until golden brown. Prepare filling. In a large bowl, combine all filling ingredients, except pecans. Beat with a mixer on medium speed for 1-2 minutes. Pour filling over partially baked crust. Sprinkle with the one cup of pecans. Return to oven for 30-35 minutes until filling is set. Cool and cut into bars.

CRUNCHY SURPRISE BARS



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Mmmm.

Provided by Morgan Chicarelli

Categories     Chocolate

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 c white sugar
1 c margarine, softtened
1/4 c molasses
1 egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla extract
12 oz chocolate chips
1 c raisins
1 c peanuts
1/3 c peanut butter
2 c flour

Steps:

  • 1. Mix sugar, butter, molasses, egg and vanilla.
  • 2. Stir in flour and 1 cup chocolate chips.
  • 3. Press dough in ungreased rectangular pan 13x9 and bake 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees
  • 4. Mix remaining chocolate chips, raisins, peanuts and peanut butter in saucepan. Heat over medium-lo, stirring constantly, til chocolate chips are melted.
  • 5. Spread over crust in pan.
  • 6. Cut while warm, then refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality chocolate: A higher quality chocolate will result in a richer, more flavorful bar.
  • Don't overbeat the eggs: Overbeaten eggs will make the bars tough.
  • Be careful not to overbake the bars: Overbaked bars will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help to prevent them from falling apart.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature: They will keep for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Surprise bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give surprise bars a try. You won't be disappointed.

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