Coconut Dream Bars
Delightful bars combining crushed graham crackers, rich chocolate chips, and tropical coconut for a simple yet indulgent treat.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut Can substitute with sweetened coconut as desired.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate recommended.
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, unsweetened shredded coconut, and chocolate chips.
- Stir the dry ingredients together until mixed thoroughly.
- Pour in the sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, mixing until thoroughly combined.
- Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish and press the mixture evenly into the bottom.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
Cooling and Serving
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the dish to firm up.
- Once cooled, slice the bars into squares or rectangles. Optionally, sprinkle with extra coconut or serve with ice cream.
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Notes
Consider adding chopped nuts or dried fruits for variations. Store in an airtight container with parchment paper between bars. They can be frozen for up to three months.