Description
Coconut Lime Bars with Graham Cracker Crust are a delightful dessert that combines tropical flavors of coconut and lime, featuring a creamy filling and a crunchy crust.
Ingredients
- Graham cracker crumbs: 1 ½ cups
- Sweetened shredded coconut: 1 cup (plus extra for topping)
- Granulated sugar: ¼ cup
- Unsalted butter: ½ cup, melted
- Lime juice: ½ cup, freshly squeezed
- Lime zest: 2 tablespoons
- Sweetened condensed milk: 1 can (14 oz)
- Large eggs: 2
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and granulated sugar. Add melted butter and mix until well combined.
- Press the crust mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, sweetened condensed milk, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and slightly firm.
- Toast shredded coconut on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the bars cool completely, then sprinkle with toasted coconut, cut into squares, and serve.
Notes
- Optional: Add a pinch of salt to enhance sweetness.
- Consider garnishing with whipped cream or fresh lime slices.
- Experiment with toppings like chopped nuts for added texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Coconut Lime Bars, Graham Cracker Crust, Tropical Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe