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Coconut Cream Bars

Delicious coconut cream bars with a shortbread crust, creamy coconut filling, and whipped cream topping.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Coconut
Servings: 12 servings

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Food Processor

Ingredients

Crust Ingredients

  • 1 cup Butter (2 sticks)
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar

Coconut Cream Filling Ingredients

  • 3 cups Half-and-half
  • 3 cups Coconut milk
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups White sugar
  • 2/3 cup Cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Flaked coconut
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coconut extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Whipped Cream Topping Ingredients

  • 2 cups Heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon Cold water (for stabilizing)
  • 1 teaspoon Gelatin (for stabilizing)
  • 3-4 tablespoons Powdered sugar
  • 1 cup Coconut (for toasting)

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F. Prepare a 9 x 13 in. baking dish with a foil sling. Cut the butter into the flour and powdered sugar and press into the baking dish. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until light brown. Set on a wire rack.
  • Spread about 1 cup of the coconut flakes out on a baking sheet and bake in the oven for 3-6 minutes, stirring every minute until golden brown. Spread it out on a plate to cool completely.
  • Combine the half-and-half, coconut milk, eggs, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a large saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-low heat, whisking constantly until thick and bubbling. Add coconut and vanilla extracts and the untoasted coconut. Pour this filling over your cooled crust and chill until firm, about 2 to 4 hours.
  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it soften for 2 minutes. Microwave for 30 seconds and whisk to dissolve. Whisk heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, adding gelatin mixture halfway through. Dollop the cream over the bars, sprinkle with toasted coconut, and chill until ready to serve.
  • Use the sling to pull the bars out of the dish, slice with a sharp knife, and enjoy!

Notes

These coconut cream bars are perfect for any occasion and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!