Coconut Bars

Indulge in the chewy, buttery luxury of these irresistible Coconut Bars—a dessert that's as easy to make as it is impossible to resist. Featuring a rich, golden crust made from a combination of unsalted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, these bars are layered with a luscious topping of shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk for the ultimate flavor-packed treat. With only 15 minutes of prep time, these bars are baked to perfection, their edges slightly crisp and the center perfectly gooey. Ideal for potlucks, bake sales, or as a stand-alone dessert, these simple yet decadent bars can be sliced into 16 servings, making them perfect for sharing. Whether you're a coconut lover or looking for a crowd-pleasing dessert idea, these Coconut Bars are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 150 grams all-purpose flour
• 200 grams shredded coconut
• 400 grams sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 3

Add the all-purpose flour and salt to the melted butter mixture, stirring until it forms a smooth dough.

Step 4

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan, ensuring an even layer across the bottom.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk until well combined.

Step 6

Spread the coconut mixture evenly over the pressed crust in the baking pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Step 9

Once cooled, lift the coconut bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 16 squares and serve.

Step 10

Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(982.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4432.7

Total Fat 273.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 199.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 412.8mg	0%
Sodium 1810.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 478.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 36.7g	0%
Total Sugars 330.3g
Protein 61.8g	0%

Vitamin D 32IU	0%
Calcium 1318.8mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2899.6mg	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: 53.2%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 41.4%