Five Star Bars
These Five Star Bars are a perfect blend of crunchy, chewy, and chocolaty. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious!
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowl
- 9x13 inch Baking Dish
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 bars milk chocolate bars approximately 42 grams each
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Lightly grease your 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or a thin layer of butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, melted butter, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well with a spatula.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly into an even layer using a spatula.
- Bake the base in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
- While baking, break the milk chocolate bars into pieces and melt them in a microwave-safe bowl, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring until smooth. Stir in the vegetable oil.
- After the base cools slightly, pour the melted chocolate over it and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to allow the chocolate to set.
- Remove from refrigerator and cut into squares or rectangles to serve.
Notes
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Freeze bars layered with parchment paper for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Substitute graham cracker crumbs with digestive biscuits or vanilla wafers for a different flavor.
- Try chopped nuts in the base or on top for added crunch and flavor.