Coconut Bar Cookies
Indulge in the tropical perfection of Coconut Bar Cookies, a delightful recipe that combines buttery richness with the sweet, chewy texture of shredded coconut. These easy-to-make cookie bars are prepared in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under half an hour, making them a quick yet crowd-pleasing treat. Each batch is perfectly balanced with hints of vanilla and a touch of brown sugar caramelization, while optional semi-sweet chocolate chips add decadent bursts of flavor. Ideal for coconut lovers, these soft, cake-like bars offer a bite-sized tropical escape. Serve them as an after-dinner dessert, a midday snack, or a homemade gift that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Shredded sweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup Optional: Semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 4
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Step 7
Fold in the shredded sweetened coconut, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the dough. If using, also fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Step 8
Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Step 9
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10
Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 16 square-shaped cookies.
Step 11
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1082.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4444.9 |
| Total Fat 170.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 121.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 496mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1353.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 716.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 492.3g | |
| Protein 47.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 234.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1448.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories