Description
Creamy and crunchy Coconut Cream Bars that evoke the essence of summer with tropical flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Extra shredded coconut for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together the graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and melted butter in a bowl until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract in a separate bowl.
- Pour the cream mixture over the baked crust and sprinkle with extra shredded coconut.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Cut into bars and serve chilled.
Notes
For a twist, consider adding a splash of almond extract. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg