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Coconut Key Lime Bars
70% authentic · American (Tropical Twist)
A tropical twist on classic key lime bars, featuring a coconut-infused crust and a hint of coconut in the filling, offering a delightful blend of tart and sweet with tropical notes.
Ingredients
- unsalted butter, melted1/2 cup
- sweetened shredded coconut1 1/2 cups
- all-purpose flour1 cup
- granulated sugar1/4 cup
- salt1/4 teaspoon
- key lime juice1/2 cup
- sweetened condensed milk1 can (14 oz)
- egg yolks3 large
- key lime zest1 teaspoon
- unsweetened shredded coconutfor garnish
Steps
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2
In a bowl, combine melted butter, 1 cup of sweetened shredded coconut, flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
- 3
Press the coconut-flour mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes.
- 4
While the crust bakes, whisk together key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks, and key lime zest until smooth.
- 5
Pour the key lime filling over the partially baked crust.
- 6
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
- 7
Let cool completely, then chill for at least 2 hours.
- 8
Garnish with the remaining 1/2 cup of sweetened shredded coconut (toast it lightly beforehand for extra flavor if desired). Cut into bars.
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