COCONUT RASPBERRY BARS

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While mixing a batch of plain bars, I was inspired to add raspberry preserves and flaked coconut to the dough...and wound up with these yummy treats, now a family favorite. -Amanda Denton, Barre, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1 jar (12 ounces) raspberry preserves
1 cup white baking chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour and baking powder; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in 1-1/4 cups coconut and walnuts. , Press 3/4 of the dough into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with preserves. Sprinkle with chips and remaining 3/4 cup coconut. Crumble remaining dough over the top; press lightly. , Bake until golden brown, 30-35 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calories, Fat 13g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Adiat Islam
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're so delicious and easy to make.


Kase and Austin
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that they can be made ahead of time, so they're perfect for parties or potlucks.


okocha emeka
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


shaheir habibi
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These bars are delicious! I love the combination of coconut and raspberry.


Stephanie Sallie
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I love these bars! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Sandra Anderson
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These bars are amazing! The coconut and raspberry flavors are perfect together.


Fahim Hosen
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I've made these bars several times and they're always a hit. They're so delicious and easy to make.


Mabast
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that they can be made ahead of time, so they're perfect for parties or potlucks.


Sana Afzal
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I made these bars for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Joe Seliga
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These bars were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of coconut and raspberry.