Easy and Irresistible Coconut Bars with a Buttery Crust Recipe
Deliciously easy-to-make coconut bars featuring a rich, buttery crust topped with a sweet, creamy coconut filling. These bars combine a golden, tender base with a moist, coconut-packed topping, perfect for dessert lovers craving a tropical treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For the coconut topping:
- 3 large eggs
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups shredded sweetened coconut
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until a crumbly dough forms. Press this dough evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Bake the crust for 15–18 minutes, or until it just begins to turn golden at the edges.
- Make the coconut topping: While the crust is baking, beat the eggs in a large bowl until foamy. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and salt, then stir in the flour and shredded coconut. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble and bake: Remove the crust from the oven once it’s lightly golden. Gently spread the coconut topping evenly over the warm crust. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and slice: Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles. For the cleanest cuts, wipe your knife with a damp cloth between slices.
Notes
- Use softened butter in the crust for easier mixing and better texture.
- Press the crust evenly in the pan to prevent uneven baking or burnt thin spots.
- Avoid overbaking the crust during the first bake; it should be just lightly golden.
- Beat the eggs thoroughly to ensure a smooth and uniform topping texture.
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