Coconut Cream Cheese Squares
Indulge in the tropical decadence of these Coconut Cream Cheese Squares—a melt-in-your-mouth dessert that combines a buttery, golden crust with a luscious cream cheese filling and a crisp layer of toasted coconut. Perfectly balanced between creamy and crunchy, this easy-to-make treat features pantry staples like sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and shredded coconut, making it an effortless yet impressive recipe for gatherings or everyday indulgence. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a total bake time of 35 minutes, these squares offer a rich, tropical flavor and a stunning presentation. Whether you’re a fan of vibrant coconut desserts or creamy, cheesecake-like creations, these bars are guaranteed to satisfy. Serve chilled and enjoy this dreamy dessert straight from the fridge!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crust and spread it evenly using a spatula.
Sprinkle the shredded coconut evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the coconut is golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.
Once chilled, cut into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5786 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 375.1 g | 481% | |
| Saturated Fat | 240.3 g | 1202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1025 mg | 342% | |
| Sodium | 2287 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 551.9 g | 201% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.9 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 378.2 g | ||
| Protein | 85.2 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1661 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2346 mg | 50% | |
*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.
