Toasted Coconut Lime Bars
Toasted Coconut Lime Bars have a buttery shortbread base topped with a tangy lime curd and a layer of golden toasted coconut. They take about 1 hour from start to finish, plus chilling time, and cut cleanly into neat bars once fully set.
Equipment
- Oven
- 9x9 inch baking pan
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
For the Shortbread Base:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold and diced
For the Filling:
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup fresh lime juice about 4 limes
- 1 tablespoon lime zest finely grated
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup toasted coconut flakes unsweetened
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring some overhang for easy removal later.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Add the diced cold unsalted butter, using your fingers to combine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Firmly press the mixture into an even layer at the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- While the base bakes, whisk together the eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/2 cup of fresh lime juice, lime zest, and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder in a bowl until smooth.
- Pour the lime mixture over the hot crust and return to the oven. Bake for another 10-12 minutes, until the filling is set and doesn't jiggle in the center.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes. Lift from the pan using the parchment overhang, slice into bars, and serve.
Notes
Lori’s Tips:
- For an extra burst of flavor, add a tablespoon of finely chopped fresh mint to the filling.
- If you prefer a sweeter note, dust the finished bars with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 129mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 464IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg
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