Coconut butter bars 

Coconut is one of those flavors that people seem to either love or hate. I, for one, cannot get enough of it. If you feel similarly then today’s recipe is for you! These Coconut Butter Bars are an absolute dream in dessert form. With a buttery crust, a creamy filling, and plenty of coconut flakes, there’s a whole lot to love about this sweet treat. And, did I mention that they’re super easy to whip up? Let’s get into how they’re made!

Crust

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup butter (2 sticks), melted

Filling

• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
• 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, additional for topping

Getting Ready Lightly butter a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Combine all of the crust ingredients in a medium bowl and stir until a dough forms. Using your hands or a spatula, push the dough into a uniform layer in the baking dish that has been prepared. Bake the crust until brown, 13 to 15 minutes. Stir the filling while the crust bakes. All of the filling ingredients—aside from one cup of coconut—should be combined in a large dish. Cover the baked crust with the filling, spreading it evenly. Add the final cup of coconut on top. Bake for a further 25 to 28 minutes, or until the coconut begins to brown and the center is set. Before slicing, let bars cool.