Best 5 Island Cookie Bars Recipes
Indulge in the tropical paradise of Island Cookie Bars, a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer. These irresistible bars are a harmonious blend of chewy coconut filling and a golden brown crust, topped with a medley of colorful sprinkles. Dive into the vibrant flavors of pineapple, coconut, and a hint of lime, reminiscent of a tropical getaway. Embark on a culinary journey with three delectable variations: classic Island Cookie Bars, luscious Lemon Blueberry Island Cookie Bars, and a tantalizing Chocolate Chip Island Cookie Bar recipe. Each variation offers a unique flavor experience that will transport your taste buds to a tropical oasis.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
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Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt in small bowl. Beat butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until creamy. Beat in egg. Gradually beat in flour mixture. Stir in morsels, coconut and nuts. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely.
- Note: NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels, Semi-Sweet Chocolate Mini Morsels, Premier White Morsels or Butterscotch Flavored Morsels may be substituted for the Milk Chocolate Morsels.
ISLAND COOKIE BARS
This was a HUGE crowd-pleaser. Jam-packed with peanut-y flavor, they were a unanimous hit with everyone on the Crew. We had success making these with regular pastry flour in place of the whole wheat pastry which can be a little harder to find.
Provided by Emily Glover
Categories Chocolate
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugars, peanut butter, pineapple, buttery spread and vanilla. Beat in the egg. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until completely combined. Fold in 1 C of the white chocolate chips, saving remaining 1/4 C.
- 3. With dampened hands, press the dough into a greased 9 x 13" baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining white chocolate chips and press them down lightly.
- 4. Bake bars in a 350 degree oven for 22-25 minutes, until a wooden skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- 5. Put baking rack on the middle level. Turn oven to broil. Sprinkle coconut on top of the bars. Broil for 30-60 seconds, until coconut begins to brown. Be careful not to burn coconut!
- 6. Allow pan to cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into 32 bars.
TROPICAL DESSERT BARS
These triple layered pineapple-coconut bars with a sugar cookie crust are quick and so easy. My family loves these island bars and my son asks for them - my husband who doesn't even like pineapple loves these moist chewy bars.
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Other Desserts
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350^. Line a 13x9-inch baking pan with foil, extending foil over edges of pan.
- 2. Stir cookie mix and melted butter with fork until crumbs form. Press evenly in bottom of prepared pan. Bake 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
- 3. Beat cream cheese in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in eggs just until blended, Beat in sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and 2 Tablespoons of the reserved pineapple juice. Pour mixture over warm crust. Sprinkle very well drained pineapple evenly over top.
- 4. Stir coconut, macadamia nuts and butter in small bowl until evenly moistened. Sprinkle over pineapple layer. Bake 30-35 minutes or until filling is set and coconut is lightly browned. Cool 1 hour on wire rack. Chill 1 hour. Cut into bars.
BAHAMAS ISLAND COOKIE BARS
These bars bring back memories; for one of my grandkid honeymoon and her's 2 secone love, in the Bahamas. Naturally, I too love every bite as will! This was a HUGE crowd-pleaser. Jam-packed with peanut-y flavor, they were a unanimous hit with everyone on the house. We had success making these with regular pastry flour in place of the whole wheat pastry which can be a little harder to find.
Provided by CHEF GRPA
Categories Caribbean
Time 45m
Yield 32 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugars, peanut butter, pineapple, buttery spread and vanilla. Beat in the egg. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until completely combined. Fold in 1 Cup of the white chocolate chips, saving remaining 1/4 Cup.
- With dampened hands, press the dough into a greased 9 x 13" baking pan. Sprinkle with remaining white chocolate chips and press them down lightly.
- Bake bars in a 350*F. oven for 22-25 minutes, until a wooden skewer inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Put baking rack on the middle level. Turn oven to broil. Sprinkle coconut on top of the bars. Broil for 30-60 seconds, until coconut begins to brown. Be careful not to burn coconut!
- Allow pan to cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into 32 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.3, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 9.1, Sodium 58.4, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 13.4, Protein 3
BIG ISLAND-STYLE STONE COOKIES
*Warning!* Don't try this recipe unless you like tooth-breakingly hard, crunchy cookies! This recipe is from the Honolulu Star Bulletin and is a copy-cat for Mountain View Bakery's stone cookies. People either love 'em or hate 'em. I'm posting this for the die-hards like me who can't get enough of 'em!
Provided by Chilicat
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 2 dozen, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- Cream butter with sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and cream; mix well. Add baking soda and vanilla; mix well. Add flour; mix well.
- Dough may be crumbly. Form by hand into 2-inch balls, place on cookie sheet and flatten.
- Bake until very firm and brown, about 35 minutes. Check cookies frequently in the last few minutes to be sure they don't burn. As long as they feel at all soft in the middle, they need more baking time. Cool and store in airtight container.
- The writer of the food article had this note: They're done when they no longer give at all when pressed in the center. If they're the least bit soft, leave them in the oven. I actually took mine out a little too early - I was afraid they were getting too brown - and although they were hard, they weren't rock hard. I consider this a plus, but if you really want that tooth-breaking goodness, push the envelope and bake 'em 'til they're solid.
Tips:
- Use softened butter for the cookie base to ensure it mixes well with the other ingredients and creates a smooth batter.
- Chill the cookie dough before baking to prevent it from spreading too much and to help the cookies hold their shape.
- Press the cookie dough firmly into the baking pan to prevent air pockets and ensure even baking.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the center is set. Overbaking can dry out the cookies.
- Let the cookies cool completely before cutting them into bars to prevent them from crumbling.
- Store the island cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Island cookie bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that are perfect for any occasion. With their combination of chewy cookie base, creamy filling, and tropical flavors, these bars are sure to be a hit. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with friends and family or a dessert to take to a potluck, island cookie bars are a great choice. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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