Coconut Pecan Butter Bars
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Coconut Pecan Butter Bars, a rich and buttery treat that's perfect for any occasion. These bars feature a soft, melt-in-your-mouth base made with real butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, elevated by the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut and the toasty crunch of chopped pecans. Ready in just 45 minutes, including prep and baking time, this easy dessert recipe combines simple ingredients to create a crowd-pleasing delight. Whether you're serving them at a gathering or enjoying a sweet snack at home, these chewy bars are guaranteed to become a favorite. With every bite, you'll savor the perfect balance of sweetness, nuttiness, and a tender, golden-brown finish. Perfect for coconut lovers and pecan enthusiasts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups shredded sweetened coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the shredded sweetened coconut and chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the bars cool completely before removing them from the pan by lifting the edges of the parchment paper.
Once cooled, cut the bars into 16 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6798 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 373.5 g | 479% | |
| Saturated Fat | 207.1 g | 1036% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 889 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 1988 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 850.3 g | 309% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.3 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 575.1 g | ||
| Protein | 61.9 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 1943 mg | 41% | |
*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.
