Description
Indulge in decadent buttery coconut bars with a golden crust and creamy coconut filling. Perfect for dessert or a sweet snack, this easy recipe combines simple ingredients to deliver irresistible flavor and texture.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling:
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
For the Topping:
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Combine flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and salt in a bowl until crumbly.
- Press mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden. Cool slightly.
- Make the Filling:
- Whisk eggs until smooth.
- Mix in condensed milk, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until combined.
- Fold in shredded coconut evenly.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Pour filling over the pre-baked crust, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded coconut on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Cool and Serve:
- Cool completely in the baking dish.
- Chill for 30 minutes before slicing into squares for clean edges.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Freeze in layers separated by parchment paper for up to 3 months.
- Customization: Add nuts, chocolate chips, or citrus zest for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
