Chewy Chocolate Coconut Bars

Indulge in the irresistible decadence of Chewy Chocolate Coconut Bars, the ultimate dessert for coconut and chocolate lovers alike. These bars feature a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust as the base, layered with gooey sweetened shredded coconut and luscious pockets of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips. The recipe is quick and easy, with just 15 minutes of prep time and ingredients like condensed milk adding a creamy richness to every bite. Perfectly golden and slightly crispy on top, these bars strike the ideal balance between chewy and crunchy textures. Whether you're looking for the perfect treat to share at a bake sale or a satisfying dessert to enjoy at home, these bars are as easy to make as they are to devour. Serve them at room temperature or chilled for a refreshing twist, and watch them disappear in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 14 ounces condensed milk
• 0.25 teaspoons salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal of the bars.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract and salt until evenly combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing until a crumbly dough forms.

Step 5

Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust. Use your hands or the back of a spoon to ensure it is firmly packed.

Step 6

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until just set. Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly while preparing the topping.

Step 7

Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the baked crust.

Step 8

In a bowl, mix the shredded coconut with the condensed milk until fully combined.

Step 9

Spread the coconut-condensed milk mixture evenly over the chocolate chips, creating a thick layer.

Step 10

Bake the assembled bars in the preheated oven for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 11

Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1382.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5720.3

Total Fat 248.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 162.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 382.9mg	0%
Sodium 1505.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 866.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.5g	0%
Total Sugars 613.5g
Protein 80.0g	0%

Vitamin D 31.8IU	0%
Calcium 1209.0mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 2012.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.2%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 57.5%