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Easy Coconut Lime Bars Recipe

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These Easy Coconut Lime Bars combine a buttery coconut crust with a tangy lime filling, topped with toasted coconut for a delightful tropical dessert. Perfectly balanced with sweet and tart flavors, these bars are baked to a soft, set filling and crisp edges, making them a refreshing treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Toasted Coconut Topping

  • ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut

Crust

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 6 tablespoons melted salted butter
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup fresh lime juice (room temperature)
  • Green and yellow food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8x2-inch glass or ceramic baking dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides to ensure easy removal later.
  2. Toast the Coconut: Heat ½ cup of sweetened flaked coconut in a small pan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until it becomes lightly golden brown with some white areas. Remove immediately to a plate to cool.
  3. Make the Crust: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, powdered sugar, ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut (not toasted), melted butter, and vanilla extract until a slightly crumbly dough forms similar to cookie dough.
  4. Form and Bake Crust: Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish using hands or the back of a spoon. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the crust edges start to turn golden brown. Remove from oven and cool for 30 minutes.
  5. Prepare Filling: Meanwhile, whisk together the eggs, granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons flour, and lime juice until very well combined. Add a drop each of green and yellow food coloring if desired for a subtle green hue.
  6. Add Filling and Bake: Pour the lime filling over the cooled crust. Return the dish to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is fully set and does not jiggle when gently shaken.
  7. Add Topping and Cool: Remove from oven, sprinkle toasted coconut evenly over the top, and allow to cool to room temperature for about 1½ hours.
  8. Chill the Bars: Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set properly and make cutting easier.
  9. Serve: Lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper, remove the paper, cut into 16 squares, and enjoy chilled for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use fresh lime juice for the best tartness and flavor.
  • Room temperature eggs help the filling mix more smoothly and bake evenly.
  • Keep a close eye on the coconut while toasting to avoid burning.
  • Chilling is essential to properly set the lime filling.
  • Optional food coloring adds a festive touch but does not affect flavor.

Keywords: Coconut lime bars, easy lime dessert, baked lime bars, toasted coconut topping, tropical dessert bars

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