Description
Indulge in these chewy coconut bars that boast a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these bars are a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Bars:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Add Coconut: Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly incorporated.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. Bake for 25–30 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For an extra chewy texture, slightly underbake and let them set while cooling.
- Add 1/4 cup chopped nuts or mini chocolate chips for variety.
- These bars store well at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
