Indulge your taste buds with the tantalizing flavors of Lemony Coconut Bars, a delightful treat that combines the vibrant zest of lemon and the tropical sweetness of coconut in a perfect harmony of flavors. These delectable bars feature a crisp and buttery shortbread crust, a luscious lemon curd filling bursting with citrusy goodness, and a topping of tender coconut flakes that adds a touch of tropical flair.
In this comprehensive guide, we will take you on a culinary journey through three enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of this classic dessert. From the traditional Lemony Coconut Bars to a gluten-free variation and a no-bake version, we have something to satisfy every palate and dietary preference. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible treats, perfect for any occasion.
LEMON COCONUT BARS
A fantastic variation on Lemon Bars these include mascarpone cheese and coconut and are perfect for a party!
Provided by Barb
Categories Cookies, Brownies and Bars
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Make the crust by pulsing all dry ingredients in food processor. Add the butter and pulse until a grainy dough forms. Press into a papered, buttered, floured pan (be sure to use parchment paper or it's difficult to remove from pan). Bake crust at 350 degrees for 10 minutes until light brown.
- To Make the Filling
- Place filling ingredients in the processor and blend. Pour filling over hot crust and bake at 350 degrees until slightly brown and set, 25-30 minutes.
- Freeze to set firmly and cool before proceeding.
- To Make the Whipped Mascarpone Topping
- Whip cream to stiff peaks. Add vanilla and powdered sugar. Fold in mascarpone. Spread over the chilled filling.
- Top with coconut. Freeze, unmold and cut into bars.
- Garnish with lemon zest and put 1/4 lemon slice on each serving (optional)
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 8, Calories 202 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 52 mg, Sodium 146 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g
LEMON BARS WITH COCONUT
There is coconut in this lemon bar recipe, but rest assured it is not a dominant flavor. If you would like, you can also up the amount of zest for a more prominent lemon flavor.
Provided by Morgan3
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes Lemon Bar Recipes
Time 3h20m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Combine flour, butter, and powdered sugar for crust in a food processor; pulse until fine crumbles form. Press into the prepared pan.
- Bake crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, combine sugar, coconut, flour, eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and baking powder in a bowl.
- Remove crust from the oven and pour filling over top. Return to the oven and bake until just golden around the edges, 20 to 25 minutes more.
- Remove from the oven and let cool, about 30 minutes. Place in the refrigerator until completely chilled, about 2 hours. Dust with powdered sugar and cut into 24 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.2 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 80.5 mg, Sugar 21 g
LEMONY COCONUT BARS
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
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
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
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.
LEMON-COCONUT BARS
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
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 COOKIES
Categories Cookies Mixer Dessert Bake Kid-Friendly Lemon Coconut Chill Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Makes about 64 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a bowl with an electric mixer cream the butter with the sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy and beat in the zest, the vanilla, and the lemon extract. Add the flour and the salt, beat the mixture until it forms a dough, and stir in the coconut. Chill the dough for 1 hour, or until it is firm enough to handle. Halve the dough and on a sheet of wax paper form each half into an 8-inch log, using the wax paper as a guide. Chill the logs, wrapped in the wax paper, for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 300°F. Cut the logs into 1/4-inch-thick slices with a sharp knife and arrange the slices 2 inches apart on lightly butter baking sheets. Bake the cookies in the middle of the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until they are pale golden, transfer them to racks, and sprinkle them generously with some of the confectioners' sugar. Let the cookies cool and dust them lightly with the remaining confectioners' sugar.
GLAZED LEMON-COCONUT BARS (COOKING FOR 2)
Bisquick Heart Smart® recipe! Need just a little dessert? Here's a classic lemon bar with just 8 servings.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix 1/2 cup Bisquick® mix and 1 tablespoon powdered sugar. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or crisscrossing 2 knives, until crumbly. Press in ungreased 8x4-inch loaf pan.
- Bake about 10 minutes or until light brown. Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix remaining Bar ingredients. Pour coconut mixture over baked layer.
- Bake about 20 minutes or until set and golden brown. Loosen edges from sides of pan while warm. In small bowl, stir all Lemon Glaze ingredients until smooth; spread over bars. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 4 rows by 2 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 100 mg, Sugar 15 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the bars mix together more easily and create a smoother batter.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the bars until they are just set. Overbaking can make the bars dry. A toothpick inserted into the center of the bars should come out with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also store them in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
These lemon coconut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are bursting with lemon flavor and have a sweet, coconutty filling. The bars are also gluten-free and can be made vegan by using vegan butter and milk. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your family or a dessert to bring to a party, these lemon coconut bars are sure to be a hit!
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