Caramel Coconut Bars Recipe
Delight in these luscious Caramel Coconut Bars featuring a buttery brown sugar crust layered with rich caramel sauce and topped with toasted coconut for a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors. These bars offer a chewy texture with a golden finish, perfect for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Crust
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
Topping
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, and brown sugar. Mix until the dough forms a crumbly yet cohesive texture. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a greased 8×8 inch baking pan to form the crust layer.
- Bake the Crust: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake the crust for 12-15 minutes or until it turns a light golden color. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Add the Topping: Carefully spread the caramel sauce evenly over the baked crust. Sprinkle the shredded coconut generously over the caramel layer to ensure full coverage.
- Bake Again: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the coconut is toasted to a golden brown and the caramel is bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This helps the caramel set and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- Use homemade or good-quality store-bought caramel sauce for best flavor.
- For a nuttier twist, add chopped pecans or almonds with the coconut topping.
- Make sure to let the bars cool fully to avoid sticky slices.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free caramel sauce.
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