Best 2 Meringue Coconut Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful combination of meringue and coconut with our exquisite Meringue Coconut Bars recipe. These heavenly treats feature a crisp meringue topping, a tender coconut filling, and a buttery graham cracker crust. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for special occasions or everyday indulgence, these bars are sure to become a family favorite.

This article provides two variations of the Meringue Coconut Bars recipe. The first recipe is a classic version that uses traditional meringue, while the second recipe offers a simplified version with a no-bake meringue topping. Both recipes include step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and baking tips to ensure success. Additionally, the article includes a troubleshooting guide to help you overcome any challenges you may encounter during the baking process.

With their irresistibly sweet and creamy taste, Meringue Coconut Bars are a delightful addition to any dessert table. Whether you prefer the classic or simplified version, these bars are sure to impress your friends and family. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these delectable treats.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MERINGUE COCONUT BARS



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Looking for an ooey-gooey bar that's delicious and different? This luscious recipe combines a cookie crust, rich chocolate layer and brown sugar meringue for the ultimate treat. Put a few on the side for yourself because they go fast.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar, divided
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
3/4 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream the butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolks and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture just until blended (batter will be thick). Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips, coconut and walnuts. , In another large bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in remaining brown sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over the top. , Bake 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean (do not overbake). Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COCONUT MERINGUE BARS



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This is another one of my Grandma's recipes , these are delicious and really easy to make chewy bars.

Provided by Karla Everett

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 c sifted flour
1/2 c powdered milk
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 1/2 c brown sugar ; divided
1/2 c butter
1 c coconut
2 eggs, separated

Steps:

  • 1. In a large mixing bowl cut together with a pastry cutter ( or use 2 knifes ) the flour , powdered milk , baking powder , 1/2 cup of the brown sugar and the butter , cut until crumbly.
  • 2. Add coconut ; Beat the egg yolks and stir in crumb mixture.
  • 3. Pack the mixture into a buttered 9" square pan.
  • 4. Beat the egg whites until stiff but not to stiff ; Gradually add the remaining 1 cup brown sugar ; continue beating until glossy , about 3 minutes ; Spread over top coconut crumb mixture ; Swirl with knife to make interesting pattern.
  • 5. Bake @ 325° for 20-25 minutes until meringue is firm and lightly browned.
  • 6. Cool in the pan and then cut into square bars.
  • 7. If they last that long , store in an air tight container.

Tips:

  • Use room temperature egg whites. This will help them whip up faster and achieve a higher volume.
  • Whip the egg whites gradually. Start on low speed and gradually increase the speed as the egg whites begin to foam.
  • Whip the egg whites until they reach stiff peaks. This means that when you lift the whisk out of the bowl, the peaks of the egg whites will stand straight up.
  • Fold in the sugar gradually. This will help prevent the egg whites from deflating.
  • Bake the meringue at a low temperature. This will help prevent it from browning too much.
  • Let the meringue cool completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

Meringue coconut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dessert that is both light and fluffy, with a sweet and tangy flavor. These bars are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal party. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give meringue coconut bars a try. You won't be disappointed!

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