Best 13 Vanilla Coconut Bars Recipes

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Welcome to the world of baking, where the aroma of vanilla and coconut blend together to create a symphony of flavors! In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey to find the ultimate recipe for Vanilla Coconut Bars. From classic recipes passed down through generations to modern twists that tantalize the taste buds, we'll explore the secrets of creating these delectable treats that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, let's dive into the world of vanilla and coconut and discover the best recipe for your next baking masterpiece!

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

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 BARS



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My friend at work made these for a party we were having. They were sooooo goood I had to have the recipe. Now, my family ask me to make these all the time.

Provided by paula giles

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter
2 cups brown sugar
2 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups coconut

Steps:

  • Melt butter in pan, remove from heat and add brown sugar, stir until dissolved cool slightly.
  • add eggs and vanilla.
  • Beat well.
  • stir in flour and baking powder.
  • Mix thourghly add coconut.
  • pour into 9x13 pan sprayed w/Pam.
  • bake at 350 30 minutes cut while warm.

VANILLA COCONUT BARS



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These quick and easy bars are one of the best I've come across. Been making these for about 7 years. A friend gave me the recipe.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 28m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (18 1/2 ounce) package French vanilla cake mix (Pillsbury makes it)
1/3 cup butter
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups coconut
1/2 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°.
  • Spray 13x9 baking pan.
  • Put cake mix in lg bowl.
  • Cut in butter until crumbly.
  • Add water, vanilla, and egg; mix well.
  • Stir in coconut.
  • Press dough into pan.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool for 15 minutes.
  • Melt chocolate and drizzle over cake.
  • Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 171.7, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 11.8, Protein 1.8

VANILLA COCONUT SUPER BARS



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A superfood bar!

Provided by Tim

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 27

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup walnuts
1 cup almonds
1 cup shredded coconut
½ cup cacao beans
¼ cup hemp seed hearts
¼ cup goji berries
2 tablespoons coconut flour
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
½ cup honey
¼ cup coconut oil, melted
1 cup Greek-style yogurt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 310 degrees F (154 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.
  • Pulse walnuts, almonds, coconut, cacao beans, hemp seed hearts, goji berries, coconut flour, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla bean paste together in a food processor until combined.
  • Stir honey and coconut oil together in a small bowl; pour over nut mixture and pulse to combine. With food processor running, add yogurt slowly until a moist dough forms. Transfer dough to the greased pan and spread evenly to 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges start to come away from the sides of the pan, 30 to 40 minutes. Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees F (218 degrees C) and bake until top is toasted and golden brown, about 10 minutes more. Cut into 1x3-inch bars while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 9.3 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

BUTTERY COCONUT BARS



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My coconut bars are an American version of a Filipino coconut cake called bibingka. These are a crispier, sweeter take on the Christmas tradition I grew up with. —Denise Nyland, Panama City, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
3 large eggs
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides., In a large bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and salt; stir in 1 cup melted butter. Press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake until light brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., In a large bowl, whisk the first 7 filling ingredients until blended; stir in 3 cups coconut. Pour over crust; sprinkle with remaining coconut. Bake until light golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

LEMONY COCONUT BARS



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These lemony and chewy bars make a refreshing addition to the holiday cookie tray. Try lime juice and zest for a zingy twist. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2 large eggs
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes; gradually beat in flour, mixing well., Press onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until edges are golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, in a large bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar, lemon zest and extracts until blended. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; stir into egg mixture. Stir in coconut and pecans. Spread over crust., Bake until golden brown, 17-20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until smooth; drizzle over warm filling. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CASHEW COCONUT BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: raw cashews, pitted date, shredded coconut, salt, coconut milk, vanilla extract

Provided by Mercedes Sandoval

Categories     Snacks

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ½ cups raw cashews
1 ½ cups pitted date
⅓ cup shredded coconut, plus more for topping
1 pinch salt
3 tablespoons coconut milk, or water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line an 8-inch (20 cm) square baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Add the cashews, dates, coconut, salt, coconut milk, and vanilla to a food processor and pulse until the mixture starts to clump together.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press into an even layer. Top with more coconut, if desired.
  • Chill for 1 hour.
  • Remove the bars from the baking dish by lifting the parchment paper. Cut into 12 individual bars.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 11 grams

COWBOY COCONUT BARS



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For chewier bars, substitute sweetened shredded coconut for the unsweetened coconut flakes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 3h

Yield Makes 16 bars

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 stick unsalted butter
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (6 ounces)
1 cup pecans, toasted and coarsely chopped
1 cup large unsweetened coconut flakes

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan and line with parchment, leaving a 2-inch overhang on long sides. Whisk together flour, oats, and salt.
  • Beat butter with brown sugar on medium speed in a mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture, 1 cup at a time, until dough comes together in large clumps.
  • Firmly press dough into bottom of prepared pan. Pierce all over with a fork. Bake until golden brown, 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool slightly. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees.
  • Filling: Combine butter, sugars, cream, and salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture coats the back of a spoon, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
  • Scatter chocolate chips and pecans on top of crust. Drizzle with caramel and sprinkle with coconut. Bake until coconut is golden and caramel is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Let cool completely in pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars. Bars can be stored up to 2 days in an airtight container at room temperature.

COCONUT NANAIMO BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: butter, sugar, cocoa powder, egg, graham cracker crumbs, sliced almond, flaked coconut, butter, custard powder, coconut milk, powdered sugar, unsweetened shredded coconut, butter, chocolate, shredded coconut

Provided by Marie Telling

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 bars

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ cup butter
¼ cup sugar
5 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 egg, beaten
1 ¼ cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sliced almond, chopped
½ cup flaked coconut
½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons custard powder
3 tablespoons coconut milk
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
2 tablespoons butter
6 oz chocolate
shredded coconut, to garnish

Steps:

  • In a bain-marie, melt the butter, sugar, and cocoa powder.
  • Stir in the egg and keep stirring for a minute until the mix thickens.
  • Remove the bowl from heat.
  • Add the graham cracker crumbs, the almonds (chopped finely), and the coconut flakes.
  • When well mixed, pour into an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan and flatten until you get an even layer.
  • Cream the custard powder, softened butter, and coconut milk until smooth.
  • Add the powdered sugar and the shredded coconut and mix until smooth.
  • Pour the mixture on top of the crust and spread it until you get an even layer.
  • In a bain-marie, slowly melt the chocolate and the butter.
  • Cool it down a little bit then pour it over middle layer.
  • Chill the bars for at least 3 hours.
  • Cut them into 9 even squares and sprinkle each one with shredded coconut.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 686 calories, Carbohydrate 62 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 43 grams

CHOCOLATE-COCONUT BARS



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These decadent bars are inspired by Hello Dollies, a popular Southern dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups finely ground cookies (12 ounces), such as graham crackers or chocolate wafers, or a combination
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
1 cup pecan pieces
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips or chunks
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly splash a 15-by-10-inch rimmed baking sheet evenly with water, then line with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cookie crumbs, sugar, and butter until combined. Evenly press onto bottom and up sides of prepared baking sheet. Bake, rotating halfway through, until firm, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack; cool, about 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle cooled crust evenly with pecans and chocolate. Pour condensed milk over the top, spreading to cover completely (do not let it drip over the edges). Sprinkle with coconut.
  • Bake until coconut is toasted, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool completely. Trim edges, if desired, and cut into equal-size bars.

PEANUT BUTTER COCONUT BARS



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Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Back to School     Coconut     Peanut     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 48 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups sweetened flaked coconut
1/2 cup finely chopped salted roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl with an electric mixer cream the butter with the sugar and beat the mixture until it is light and fluffy. Add the peanut butter, beat the mixture until it is combined well, and beat in the egg, the vanilla, and the salt. Add the flour, beat the mixture until it is just combined, and stir in the coconut. Spread the mixture evenly in a buttered jelly-roll pan, 15 1/2 by 10 1/2 by 1 inches, sprinkle the peanuts over it, pressing them into the mixture lightly, and bake the mixture in the middle of a preheated 350°F. oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until a tester comes out clean. Let the mixture cool completely in the pan on a rack, cut it into 24 bars, and cut each bar in half diagonally to form 2 triangles.

COCONUT GRANOLA BARS



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These are crunchy and a little bit sticky. If you are vegan you can substitute agave syrup for the honey.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     breakfast, weekday, main course

Time 1h

Yield 20 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup canola oil, plus additional for the pan and for your hands
7 ounces (2 cups) rolled oats
1 1/2 ounces (1 heaped cup) flaked coconut
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/2 cup mild honey, like clover or agave nectar
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 ounces (1 cup) lightly toasted nuts, like almonds and pecans, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the oats in a bowl and toss with the oil until thoroughly coated. Line a baking sheet or pan with parchment and spread the oats in an even layer on the parchment. Place in the oven and toast for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the grains are lightly toasted. They should have darkened slightly and should smell toasty. Remove from the oven, return to the bowl, and add the coconut, spices, salt and nuts. Stir together. Turn the oven down to 300 degrees.
  • Place the honey and vanilla in a saucepan or container that can accommodate at least three times the volume of the honey, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and pour over the oat mixture. Stir until the oat mixture is evenly coated with honey.
  • Oil a 9-by-13-by-2-inch pan and line with parchment. Oil the parchment. Scrape the granola mixture into the pan and spread in an even layer. Place in the oven for 25 minutes, until just golden. Do not allow to become too brown, or the bars will be too hard. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely, then cut into 2-inch squares. Some of the mixture may crumble when you do this, but crumbles are tasty little morsels! Store in a tin or container.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 132, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 1 milligram, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SKINNY NO BAKE COCONUT BARS RECIPE



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I decided to take a lighter route to one of my favorite flavors and whipped up these coconut bars!

Provided by Lauren

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 5

2½ cups sweetened coconut flakes
1 cup melted coconut oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup dark chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix together coconut, oil, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
  • Spread mixture in a 9x9" baking dish.
  • Freeze until coconut oil has set and bars harden, about 30 minutes
  • Melt chocolate until smooth and pour over coconut.
  • Return to the freezer for 30 minutes or until chocolate has set up.
  • Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 120 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
  • If you don't have coconut extract, you can use vanilla extract instead.
  • For a chewier bar, bake for a few minutes longer.
  • For a crispier bar, bake for a few minutes less.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares, this will help prevent them from crumbling.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

These vanilla coconut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their chewy coconut crust, creamy vanilla filling, and rich chocolate chips, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack or dessert, give these vanilla coconut bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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