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Coconut Cream Dream Bars

Coconut Cream Dream Bars: The Ultimate Summer Delight

Coconut Cream Dream Bars are a tropical vacation captured in dessert form, featuring a velvety filling and crumbly crust that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Provides crust texture; swap for gluten-free crumbs to accommodate dietary needs.
  • 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter Acts as a binding agent; use margarine for a dairy-free alternative.
For the Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Adds rich sweetness to the filling; substitute coconut milk for a lighter version.
  • 1 cups Shredded Coconut This gives the signature coconut flavor; fresh coconut can be a delightful alternative.
  • 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens the mixture; best not to substitute for balancing flavor.
For the Topping
  • 1 cups Heavy Cream Whipped to crown the bars with a creamy top; consider whipped coconut cream for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness; add almond extract for an extra layer of flavor if desired.
  • 1/2 cups Toasted Coconut Flakes Sprinkle on top for added texture; toasting boosts the coconut flavor!

Equipment

  • 9×9-inch pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted unsalted butter, mixing until well blended. Press this mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×9-inch pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and powdered sugar. Stir until smooth. Pour filling over the cooled crust.
  4. Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until filling is set and lightly golden. Let cool at room temperature.
  5. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread over the cooled filling.
  6. Sprinkle toasted coconut flakes generously over the whipped cream.
  7. Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allowing layers to chill properly enhances texture and flavor. Always slice while chilled for clean cuts.

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