Best 5 Lemon Bars With Coconut Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of tangy lemon and subtly sweet coconut in these exquisite Lemon Bars with Coconut. This delectable treat combines the classic charm of lemon bars with the tropical allure of coconut, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With a velvety lemon filling nestled on a buttery shortbread crust and crowned with a delicate coconut topping, these bars offer a perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe provides clear instructions to guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats.

This article presents two variations of the Lemon Bars with Coconut recipe, catering to different preferences and dietary needs. The classic version captures the essence of this beloved dessert, while the gluten-free adaptation ensures that those with gluten sensitivities can also savor this delightful treat. Both recipes are meticulously detailed, providing step-by-step instructions to ensure successful baking.

The article also offers additional insights into the versatility of these Lemon Bars with Coconut. Variations such as adding a layer of raspberry jam or incorporating toasted coconut flakes into the filling are suggested, allowing you to customize the bars to your liking. Furthermore, tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor are provided, empowering you to create bakery-worthy treats in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Get ready to embark on a culinary journey, where the zesty zing of lemon and the subtle sweetness of coconut intertwine to create an unforgettable taste experience. Let these Lemon Bars with Coconut transport you to a world of flavor and delight.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ALMOND-COCONUT LEMON BARS



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Give traditional lemon bars a tasty twist with the addition of almonds and coconut. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1/3 cup blanched almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, almonds and lemon zest; cover and process until nuts are finely chopped. Add butter; pulse just until mixture is crumbly. Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, coconut, lemon juice, flour, lemon zest and baking powder; pour over the hot crust. Bake until light golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LEMONY COCONUT BARS



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These lemony and chewy bars make a refreshing addition to the holiday cookie tray. Try lime juice and zest for a zingy twist. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2 large eggs
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes; gradually beat in flour, mixing well., Press onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until edges are golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, in a large bowl, beat eggs, brown sugar, lemon zest and extracts until blended. In a small bowl, mix flour, baking powder and salt; stir into egg mixture. Stir in coconut and pecans. Spread over crust., Bake until golden brown, 17-20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients until smooth; drizzle over warm filling. Cool completely. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LEMON-COCONUT BARS



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Classic lemon bars with a touch of coconut.

Categories     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Lemon     Coconut     Spring     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust
1 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup sweetened flaked coconut, toasted, cooled
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Filling
3/4 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (packed) finely grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line 8x8x2-inch metal baking pan with foil, leaving overhang. Butter foil. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in processor; blend 5 seconds. Add coconut and butter; process until mixture resembles fine meal and begins to clump together. Gather dough into ball. Press dough evenly over bottom of prepared pan. Bake crust until golden at edges, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare filling:
  • Combine 3/4 cup sugar, eggs, lemon juice, lemon peel, flour, baking powder, and salt in processor. Blend filling until smooth.
  • Remove crust from oven. Pour filling evenly over hot crust. Return to oven and bake until filling begins to brown at edges and is just set and springy to touch in center, about 30 minutes. Transfer pan to rack; cool lemon bars completely.
  • Using foil as aid, transfer lemon bars to work surface. Flatten foil edges. Cut into 16 bars. Sift powdered sugar over. (Can be made 5 days ahead. Store airtight in single layer in refrigerator.)

LEMON COCONUT BARS



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Make and share this Lemon Coconut Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mary Scheffert

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup cold margarine
4 large eggs, slightly beaten
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup lemon juice concentrate (such as ReaLemon)
3/4 cup flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F degrees.
  • Lightly grease a 13x9 baking pan; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour& powdered sugar; cut in margarine with pastry blender until crumbly.
  • Press mixture into bottom of prepared 13x9 pan & bake for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile in a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, baking powder & lemon juice.
  • Pour over crust and top with coconut.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until golden.
  • Cool completely & cut into bars.
  • Store in refrigerator.
  • NOTE: For plain lemon bars, omit coconut & add 3 Tbsp flour to egg mixture, and proceed as above.

BEST LEMON BARS



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Lemon bars are all about contrast: sour lemon and sweet sugar, crumbly base and creamy topping, buttery crust and tart filling. Two common ingredients lift this recipe above the pack: baking powder for a fluffy filling and shredded coconut for a rich, round-tasting crust. (Once baked, the coconut flavor almost disappears.) Bakers who avoid preservatives will find an easy version of homemade sweetened coconut in the tip below the recipe.) For thicker lemon squares, use the square baking pan; for thinner ones, the large rectangle. For an easy lemon tart, simply cut the recipe in half and bake it in an 8-inch round tart pan, pressing the crust up the sides.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     easy, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 1h

Yield About 2 to 3 dozen bars, depending on size

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups/240 grams all-purpose flour
1 cup/225 grams very cold unsalted butter (2 sticks), cut into small chunks
1/2 cup/50 grams sweetened shredded coconut (see note)
1/4 cup/30 grams confectioners' sugar, more for sprinkling
Pinch of salt
2 cups/400 grams granulated sugar
4 eggs
1/2 cup/120 milliliters freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup/30 grams all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Heat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch or 9-by-9-inch baking pan, preferably nonstick.
  • In a stand mixer or food processor, combine crust ingredients. Mix or pulse until well combined and moist clumps form. Using your hands, press mixture evenly but gently into prepared pan.
  • Bake crust until edges and top are light golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Rotate once for even browning.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth.
  • Pour filling over hot parbaked crust and return to the oven. Bake until filling is almost set, about 20 minutes more. (Thicker squares, baked in the 9-by-9-inch pan, will take longer.) Start checking after 15 minutes; when you give the pan a gentle shake, filling should be lightly set all over and still quivery in the very center.
  • Let lemon bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Sprinkle the top lightly and evenly with confectioners' sugar.
  • Cut into squares, diamonds or rectangles and remove from pan. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. If desired, sprinkle again with confectioners' sugar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 156, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 45 milligrams, Sugar 14 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Use a medium-sized lemon for the best flavor balance in the bars.
  • Be sure to zest the lemon before juicing it to get the most flavor out of the fruit.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent it from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in tough bars.
  • Bake the bars until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting and serving to prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

These lemon bars with coconut are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their bright lemon flavor and sweet coconut topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you are looking for a sweet snack to enjoy with your afternoon tea or a dessert to serve at your next party, these lemon bars with coconut are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So next time you are in the mood for something sweet and tangy, give this recipe a try.

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