Description
Delightful Coconut Dream Bars that combine a buttery graham cracker base with a sweet, gooey coconut filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and powdered sugar in a large bowl.
- Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Mix the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
- Spread the coconut mixture over the pressed graham cracker base.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice into squares and serve.
Notes
For a cleaner cut, chill the bars in the refrigerator for a bit before slicing. You can also garnish with fresh fruit or a drizzle of chocolate for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Coconut Dream Bars, dessert, tropical dessert, easy dessert recipe, sweet treats