Description
Creamy coconut-lime bliss on a crunchy crust, finished with zesty tropical flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup coconut cream
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Flaky coconut chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, brown sugar, and melted butter; press firmly into a lined baking pan.
- Bake crust at 350°F (175°C) until lightly golden, then cool slightly.
- Whisk together sweetened condensed milk, coconut cream, eggs, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour coconut-lime filling over the warm crust and spread evenly.
- Bake until the center is just set with a slight jiggle.
- Cool completely, then chill to fully firm the layers.
- Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and fresh lime slices before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Ensure the crust is pressed firmly for a sturdy base.
- Chilling the bars is essential for the best texture.
- Toasting the coconut flakes enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg