Best 8 Coconut Walnut Squares Recipes

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If you are looking for a tantalizing and unforgettable dessert, then coconut walnut squares are an absolute must-try. These divine treats combine the delightful flavors of coconut and walnuts, creating a harmonious blend that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. With a crispy golden crust, tender coconut filling, and the irresistible crunch of walnuts, these squares are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the culinary world, this guide will provide you with the best recipe and expert tips to create the perfect coconut walnut squares that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

COCONUT SQUARES



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This recipe is from my girlfriends mom. She used to make these when we were kids. I have had this recipe for a long time and just recently ran across it. If you like coconut, you will like these.

Provided by KTs Mom

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 1h

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, softened
1 cup flour
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup coconut
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Combine the first three ingredients and pack the mixture into a buttered 8 inch square pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Combine ALL remaining ingredients and pour over baked layer.
  • Return to oven and bake 30 minutes longer.
  • Cool completely and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.5, Fat 12.1, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 41.7, Sodium 100.1, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 21.4, Protein 2.8

COCONUT SQUARES



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These could be called Coconut Chocolate Butterscotch Nutty Bars!

Provided by S. Baker

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup shortening
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup shredded coconut
1 ⅔ cups sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt shortening over low heat. Pour into 9 inch baking pan. Layer bread crumbs evenly in bottom of pan.
  • Layer coconut, chocolate chips, butterscotch chips and nuts over bread crumbs. Drizzle condensed milk over top.
  • Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 7.2 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 77.2 mg, Sugar 21.5 g

FUDGY COCONUT SQUARES



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Whenever I taste these rich, delicious layered bars, I think of my childhood. My parents were missionaries in Thailand, and Mother was able to get these common ingredients there - the squares reminded us of the candy bars back home. -Pam Tesh, Lexington, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
ICING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
5 tablespoons evaporated milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, cocoa and walnuts; add to the creamed mixture. Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Combine condensed milk and coconut; carefully spread over the hot chocolate layer. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until coconut is lightly browned. , Combine icing ingredients until smooth; spread over warm bars. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHEWY WALNUT PAN BARS



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These rich nutty bars from Tori Dunton are so tasty, we doubled her recipe to serve a crowd! "Our family has been making these yummy treats for years," writes the Acme, Pennsylvania cook. "We especially like to eat them with a dish of vanilla ice cream.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 eggs
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat the eggs, brown sugar and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the egg mixture. Stir in walnuts. , Pour into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bars pull away from edges of the pan. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 59mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEWY COCONUT BARS



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You can't eat just one of these delicious bar cookies packed with chocolate, coconut, and walnuts.

Provided by Myrtis Gunnels

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Fruit Cookie Recipes     Coconut

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup shortening
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 eggs
1 ½ cups semisweet chocolate chips
¾ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  • In large bowl, cream the shortening, brown sugar, eggs and vanilla extract. Slowly blend in flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well blended. Fold in chocolate chips, walnuts and coconut. Spread the mixture evenly in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 118 mg, Sugar 32.4 g

COCONUT CHOCOLATE WALNUT BARS



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Very good. Granny had this recipe jotted down on the back of an old cookbook. Couldn't remember where she got it from.

Provided by Miss Meliss

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2/3 cup coarsly chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Butter a 9" square baking pan.
  • Sift the flour, baking soda and salt together into a mixing bowl.
  • Cream butter with sugars in another bowl until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in egg and vanilla.
  • Add coconut, chips, and walnuts and blend well.
  • Pour into pan and smooth out evenly.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minute or until top is golden brown.
  • Center will be slightly moist with toothpick test.
  • Allow to cool and cut into bars (about 24).

CHOCOLATE WALNUT COCONUT BARS



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A graham cracker crust is topped with chocolate chunks, coconut, walnuts and raisins and sweetened condensed milk then baked for easy, yummy cookie bars.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Nuts

Time 40m

Yield 32 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

11 graham crackers, crushed (about 1-1/2 cups)
1/4 cup butter, melted
2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, chopped
1-1/2 cups BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup raisins
1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides. Mix graham crumbs and butter; press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan.
  • Sprinkle chocolate, coconut, nuts and raisins over crust. Pour condensed milk evenly over ingredients in pan.
  • Bake 25 to 30 min. or until lightly browned. Cool in pan. Use foil handles to lift dessert from pan before cutting to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 70 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

CHEWY COCONUT-RAISIN SQUARES



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There's coconut in the crust, filling and topping of these moist-and-chewy bar cookies that are laced with raisins and frosted with melted chocolate.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Dairy

Time 1h20m

Yield Makes 16 servings, 1 square each.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup flour
1 pkg. (7 oz.) BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut (2-2/3 cups), divided
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
2/3 cup raisins
3 oz. BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Beat butter and powdered sugar in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add 1 cup flour and 2/3 cup of the coconut; mix well. Press firmly onto bottom of ungreased 9-inch square pan. Bake 20 min. or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, beat eggs and vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Gradually add brown sugar, beating well after each addition. Add 2 Tbsp. flour and the baking powder; mix well. Stir in raisins and 1 cup of the remaining coconut. Pour over crust.
  • Bake an additional 30 min. Sprinkle with the chopped chocolate. Cover with foil; let stand 2 to 3 min. or until chocolate is melted. Carefully spread chocolate over dessert until evenly covered; sprinkle with the remaining coconut. Cool completely. Cut into 16 squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 120 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

Tips:

- For the best results, use fresh shredded coconut and chopped walnuts. - Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the squares tough. - Bake the squares until they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. - Let the squares cool completely before cutting them into bars. This will help them hold their shape. - Store the squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Coconut walnut squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their sweet coconut flavor and crunchy walnut topping, these squares are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat to make, give coconut walnut squares a try. You won't be disappointed!

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