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Chocolate Coconut Bars Recipe

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These Chocolate Coconut Bars combine a buttery graham cracker crust with sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and toasted coconut flakes to create a rich and delicious dessert. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, these bars offer a perfect balance of creamy, crunchy, and chocolaty flavors in every bite.

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 1/2 cup fine graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, separated

Filling and Topping

  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8″x8″ baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare the Crust: In a small mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir well to evenly mix. Press this mixture firmly and evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish to form your crust.
  3. Add the Sweetened Condensed Milk: Pour the entire can of sweetened condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker crust. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt evenly across the top to enhance flavor.
  4. Layer the Toppings: Scatter the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly over the condensed milk layer, then sprinkle the unsweetened coconut flakes on top. Use the tines of a fork to gently press the chocolate chips and coconut into the condensed milk, helping the layers adhere during baking.
  5. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 28 to 30 minutes. Bake until the coconut flakes turn a light golden-brown color and the bars appear set.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the dish from the oven and carefully run a sharp knife along the edges to loosen the bars. Let the bars cool completely at room temperature for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow them to set fully. Once cooled, cut into 12 bars or 16 squares and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure to use sweetened condensed milk, not evaporated milk, for the correct sweetness and texture.
  • Press the toppings gently into the condensed milk layer to prevent them from shifting while baking.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting to ensure clean edges and proper texture.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 8 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/chocolate-coconut-bars-recipe/