Description
Coconut bars with a crisp graham cracker crust and a rich, chewy coconut filling, perfect for easy, homemade dessert that stores and freezes beautifully.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
1 1/2 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
1/4 tsp sea salt
Optional: mini chocolate chips or chopped dates
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×9” baking pan.
Bake crust for 8 minutes and let cool slightly.
In another bowl, whisk eggs, condensed milk, vanilla, and salt.
Fold in shredded coconut and optional add-ins.
Pour over crust and spread evenly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Cool completely before slicing into 16 squares.
Notes
Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months with parchment between layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: coconut bars, easy coconut dessert, chewy coconut squares