Best 2 Easy Coconut Bars Recipes

If you're in the mood for a sweet and tropical treat, look no further than these easy coconut bars. With a simple and effortless recipe, these irresistible bars are perfect for any occasion. They're made with a crispy graham cracker crust, a creamy and velvety coconut filling, and topped with a delectable chocolate ganache. The combination of textures and flavors is sure to tantalize your taste buds. So, let's get started and whip up these divine easy coconut bars that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

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

EASY CHOCOLATE COCONUT BARS

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I've been making this since I was 8 years old and it's still one of my favourites. It's quick and easy to make and the taste in fantastic!

Provided by dale7793

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

125 g butter, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed (100g)
1 cup coconut
1 egg, lightly beaten
3/4 cup flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons pure cocoa
1 cup icing sugar
1 tablespoon pure cocoa
1 teaspoon soft butter
1 1/2 tablespoons milk, approx

Steps:

Combine all of the ingredients (except the icing ingredients) in a bowl and mix well.
Press mixture firmly into a greased 19cmx29cm (or thereabouts) rectangular slice pan.
Bake in a 350 degree F (180 degree C) oven for 20 minutes.
Whilst baking make the icing by sifting together the icing sugar and cocoa.
Stir in the butter and enough milk to make it spreadable.
Remove the slice from the oven and spread with the icing while still hot.
Cool in pan.
Cut into bars or squares to serve.

EASY COCONUT BARS

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A friend of mine got this recipe from her classes cake bake sale. These bars are super fast to make and the whole family will love 'em.

Provided by Gingerbee

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 1 thirteen inch pan

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter (softened)
1 egg (beaten)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 (1 lb) box powdered sugar
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup pecans (chopped)

Steps:

Combine box cake in a bowl with butter and egg and mix until crumbly.
Press mixture into a 13" x 9" glass baking pan.
Whisk together cream cheese, eggs, vanilla and powdered sugar.
Pour over cake mixture.
Sprinkle top with coconut and pecans.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees; bake for 35 minutes or until just brown on top.
Refridgerate before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6523.3, Fat 314, SaturatedFat 149.7, Cholesterol 1138.5, Sodium 4998.4, Carbohydrate 886.4, Fiber 17.9, Sugar 678.7, Protein 67.9

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.
If you don't have sweetened condensed milk, you can make your own by simmering 1 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of milk until the sugar dissolves.
To easily remove the coconut bars from the pan, line it with parchment paper before baking.
Let the coconut bars cool completely before cutting them into bars, this will help them to hold their shape.
Store the coconut bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Coconut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and creamy coconut filling and their chewy graham cracker crust, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a simple but satisfying dessert, give coconut bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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