A Hello Dolly dessert is a rich and gooey and chewy bar cookie that is made from layers of graham cracker crumbs as well as chocolate chips, butter, butterscotch chips, coconuts and nuts like walnuts or pecans, which are all held together by a drizzle of some sweetened condensed milk.
Then these ingredients are baked until golden and set and often enjoyed after cooling overnight for the best texture.
Hello Dolly desserts are also known as 7 Layer Bars or even Magic Cookie Bars.
The Hello Dolly desserts are nostalgic treats which are known for their easy assembly and delightful mix of textures and sweet flavors, becoming popular around the time the Broadway show Hello, Dolly! was famous.
You can also make Hello Dolly Bars or Hello Dolly desserts without nuts.
To make the Hello Dolly Bars or Hello Dolly desserts without nuts, simply leave the walnuts out and check the rest of the ingredients to make sure that they are nut free.
You can also add a little bit extra of the chocolate or butterscotch chips if you want too.
Hello Dolly Bars got their name from the 1964 Broadway musical, Hello, Dolly!.
The main character in the musical is named Dolly Levi, and she is known for her love of food.
In one scene, she even sings a song called ``Put On Your Sunday Clothes'' which mentions several different desserts, including Hello Dolly Bars.
Hello Dolly Bars last about 3-4 days at room temperature, up to a week in the fridge, and up to 3 months in the freezer, when stored in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.
The Hello Dolly bars are best enjoyed after thawing slightly if frozen or chilled, and always taste best fresh, but they hold up well for making ahead.