Chocolate Coconut Bars 🍫🥥
Description: These delectable bars offer a taste akin to Mound chocolate bars, with a delightful twist. For a change of flavor, consider swapping out the chocolate chips for butterscotch chips or any other flavor you desire.
Recipe Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Coconut, Fruit, Nuts, < 60 Mins
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 158.4
- Fat Content: 7.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 12.4mg
- Sodium Content: 96.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 22.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.1g
- Sugar Content: 18.6g
- Protein Content: 2g
Recipe Yield:
- 24 bars
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Graham cracker crumbs | 1 1/2 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Butter | 1/3 cup |
| Flaked coconut | 2 2/3 cups |
| Sweetened condensed milk | 1 can |
| Chocolate chips | As desired |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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Prepare Baking Pan: Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
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Prepare Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
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Press Crust: Gently press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, ensuring an even layer.
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Bake Crust: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside.
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Prepare Top Layer: In another mixing bowl, combine the flaked coconut and sweetened condensed milk, stirring until evenly mixed.
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Layer Coconut Mixture: Gently spread the coconut mixture over the baked crust, ensuring an even layer.
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Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the coconut layer is lightly toasted.
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Add Chocolate Chips: Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the desired amount of chocolate chips over the top of the bars. Allow the chocolate chips to melt slightly.
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Spread Chocolate: Using a spatula, gently spread the melted chocolate evenly over the bars, creating a smooth chocolate layer.
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Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, cut into individual bars using a sharp knife.
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Enjoy: Serve and enjoy these indulgent Chocolate Coconut Bars as a delicious treat for any occasion!
These bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth cravings and are sure to become a favorite among friends and family. Whether you’re making them for a special occasion or simply as a sweet treat, these Chocolate Coconut Bars are guaranteed to impress!
