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Chocolate Coconut Bars

These bars offer a delightful combination of creamy sweetness and crunchy texture, perfect for snacking, dessert, or potluck gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cup fine graham cracker crumbs These provide a crispy and slightly sweet foundation.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Adds depth and flavor, binding everything together.
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, separated Elevates flavors, balancing sweetness.
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 can (14 ounce) sweetened condensed milk Adds creaminess and sweetness.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Enhances the flavor profile with rich chocolate.
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes Infuses tropical essence and adds crunchy texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8'x8' baking dish by greasing it lightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the fine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/2 teaspoon of fine sea salt thoroughly.
  3. Transfer the crumb mixture to the greased baking dish, pressing it down firmly to form a layer.
  4. Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the graham cracker crust, then sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of salt over this layer.
  5. Scatter the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsweetened coconut flakes over the condensed milk layer. Press them down gently using a fork.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 28-30 minutes, until the coconut turns golden-brown.
Cooling
  1. Remove the dish from the oven, run a knife along the edges to loosen the bars, and allow them to cool completely for 30 minutes to 1 hour before cutting.

Notes

For added flavor, use a mix of semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips. Sprinkle with chopped nuts for extra crunch. Parchment paper can ease cleanup.