Coconut Crumble Bars
Delight in these buttery, coconut-filled bars with a crisp crumble topping, perfect for a sweet treat or dessert.
Ingredients
Dough and Crust
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling
- 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts or almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment and grease.
- Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add egg and vanilla; combine.
- Press 2/3 of the mixture into the pan for the crust. Reserve the rest for topping.
- Mix coconut, condensed milk, vanilla, almond (if using), and salt. Fold in nuts if desired.
- Spread coconut filling over crust. Sprinkle reserved crumble on top. Bake 30-35 mins until golden.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
Refrigerate before cutting for cleaner slices.