ππ₯₯ Banana Coconut Cookie Bars Recipe πͺ
Overview:
Name: Banana Coconut Cookie Bars
Category: Bar Cookie
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Coconut, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Nuts, Canadian, European, Kid Friendly, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Stove Top
Servings: 20
Total Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 350.9 per serving
Rating: βοΈβοΈβοΈβοΈ (1 review)
Description:
Welcome to a recipe born out of creativity and the love for a delicious treat! These Banana Coconut Cookie Bars are a delightful blend of flavors, offering you the freedom to customize with your favorite ingredients. Whether you’re a fan of extra coconut, chocolate chips, or even butterscotch, this recipe invites you to play with flavors and textures. Perfect for satisfying hungry crowds, especially if you have a house full of growing kids eager for a sweet fix! π‘π
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 3 | Butter |
| 1/2 | Sugar |
| 2 | Chocolate chips |
| 1 | Sweetened condensed milk |
| 1 | Bananas |
| 2 | Coconut |
| 1/2 – 1 | Butter |
| 2 | Vanilla extract |
| 1 | Salt |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C) and grease a 13 by 9-inch baking pan. π‘οΈπ½οΈ
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Prepare Cookie Crumbs: In a bowl, mix together the cookie crumbs, 3 tablespoons of butter, and sugar until well combined. Set aside 1/3 of this mixture for later use. πͺπ§
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Press Crumb Mixture: Press the remaining cookie crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer. ποΈββοΈ
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Bake Crust: Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned. β²οΈπ₯
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Add Chocolate Chips: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot crust. Return the pan to the oven for a few moments until the chocolate chips begin to melt and become shiny. π«β¨
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Prepare Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, mashed bananas, coconut, and remaining butter. ππ₯
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Cook Filling: Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until it thickens. This should take about 5-7 minutes, creating a luscious, creamy filling. π₯π₯
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Add Flavor: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt, infusing the filling with delicious flavors. πΏπ§
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Assemble Bars: Spread the prepared banana-coconut mixture evenly over the baked cookie crust in the pan. π₯₯π
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Add Topping: Sprinkle the reserved cookie crumb mixture over the top of the filling, creating a delightful crunchy topping. πͺπ€€
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Final Bake: Return the pan to the oven for another 8-10 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and slightly crispy. π½οΈπ
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Cool and Serve: Allow the Banana Coconut Cookie Bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. This ensures they hold their shape beautifully. ππͺ
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Enjoy: Now, it’s time to indulge in these delicious, homemade bars bursting with tropical flavors! Share with friends, family, or simply savor them all to yourself. Enjoy! ππ΄
Tips and Variations:
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Extra Coconut: Love coconut? Feel free to add more shredded coconut to the filling or topping for an extra burst of flavor and texture. π₯₯π₯₯
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Chocolate Lover’s Delight: For a more decadent treat, swap out some or all of the chocolate chips with dark chocolate chunks or milk chocolate chips. π«π
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Butterscotch Bliss: Replace the chocolate chips with butterscotch chips for a rich, caramel-like flavor that pairs beautifully with the banana and coconut. π―π°
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Nutty Crunch: Add a handful of chopped nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds to the cookie crumb mixture or sprinkle them over the top for a delightful crunch. π°π₯
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Make it Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free cookie crumbs or crushed gluten-free cookies to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities. πΎπ«
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Storage: Store any leftover Banana Coconut Cookie Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage, just be sure to wrap them well. βοΈπͺ
These Banana Coconut Cookie Bars are a true delight, blending the tropical sweetness of bananas and coconut with the rich indulgence of chocolate. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this recipe promises to satisfy your sweet cravings with every delicious bite! πππ₯₯
