Best 5 Vanilla Coconut Bars Recipes
**Indulge in a Tropical Delight: Vanilla Coconut Bars That Will Transport You to Paradise**
Escape to a tropical paradise with every bite of these heavenly Vanilla Coconut Bars. This irresistible treat combines the classic flavors of vanilla and coconut in a perfect harmony that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture a buttery shortbread crust topped with a velvety vanilla custard filling, all enveloped in a layer of shredded coconut that adds a delightful textural contrast. These bars are not just a dessert; they are an experience that will transport you to a sun-kissed beach, surrounded by palm trees and the sound of crashing waves. With easy-to-follow recipes for both a classic version and a gluten-free alternative, these Vanilla Coconut Bars cater to everyone's dietary preferences.
BUTTERY COCONUT BARS
My coconut bars are an American version of a Filipino coconut cake called bibingka. These are a crispier, sweeter take on the Christmas tradition I grew up with. —Denise Nyland, Panama City, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides., In a large bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and salt; stir in 1 cup melted butter. Press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake until light brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., In a large bowl, whisk the first 7 filling ingredients until blended; stir in 3 cups coconut. Pour over crust; sprinkle with remaining coconut. Bake until light golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 12g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
VANILLA COCONUT BARS
These quick and easy bars are one of the best I've come across. Been making these for about 7 years. A friend gave me the recipe.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 28m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°.
- Spray 13x9 baking pan.
- Put cake mix in lg bowl.
- Cut in butter until crumbly.
- Add water, vanilla, and egg; mix well.
- Stir in coconut.
- Press dough into pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool for 15 minutes.
- Melt chocolate and drizzle over cake.
- Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.6, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.7, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 171.7, Carbohydrate 20.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 11.8, Protein 1.8
COCONUT BARS
My friend at work made these for a party we were having. They were sooooo goood I had to have the recipe. Now, my family ask me to make these all the time.
Provided by paula giles
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 45m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt butter in pan, remove from heat and add brown sugar, stir until dissolved cool slightly.
- add eggs and vanilla.
- Beat well.
- stir in flour and baking powder.
- Mix thourghly add coconut.
- pour into 9x13 pan sprayed w/Pam.
- bake at 350 30 minutes cut while warm.
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.
EASY COCONUT BARS
A friend of mine got this recipe from her classes cake bake sale. These bars are super fast to make and the whole family will love 'em.
Provided by Gingerbee
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 40m
Yield 1 thirteen inch pan
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine box cake in a bowl with butter and egg and mix until crumbly.
- Press mixture into a 13" x 9" glass baking pan.
- Whisk together cream cheese, eggs, vanilla and powdered sugar.
- Pour over cake mixture.
- Sprinkle top with coconut and pecans.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees; bake for 35 minutes or until just brown on top.
- Refridgerate before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 6523.3, Fat 314, SaturatedFat 149.7, Cholesterol 1138.5, Sodium 4998.4, Carbohydrate 886.4, Fiber 17.9, Sugar 678.7, Protein 67.9
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Don't overmix the batter, or the bars will be tough.
- Bake the bars until they are just set in the center, or they will be dry.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them, or they will fall apart.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
These vanilla coconut bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover coconut. With their simple ingredients and classic flavor, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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