Chewy Coconut Squares
Indulge in the tropical charm of Chewy Coconut Squares, a luscious dessert that combines simplicity and decadence. These delightful bars feature a perfectly chewy texture thanks to the sweetened shredded coconut, balanced by the buttery richness and a hint of vanilla. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this recipe is as easy as it is irresistible. A golden-brown crust wraps around a soft, fragrant center, making each bite a perfect harmony of flavor and texture. Dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish, and serve as a crowd-pleasing treat at parties or as a sweet pick-me-up for your afternoon coffee break. This coconut-lovers’ dream recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan, or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes. Mix in the cooled melted butter and vanilla extract.
Gradually stir the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until fully combined.
Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. Avoid overbaking for a chewy texture.
Once baked, let the coconut squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
If desired, dust the top with powdered sugar before cutting into 16 equal squares.
Serve and enjoy your chewy coconut squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2607 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.7 g | 137% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.3 g | 366% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 1582 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 406.0 g | 148% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 276.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 528 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
