Description
Tropical Chill Coconut Lime Bars are creamy, zesty, and indulgent dessert bars with a graham cracker-coconut crust, luscious coconut-lime filling, and optional tropical garnishes. Perfect for summer or any occasion!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup coconut milk (canned)
- Zest of 2 limes
- Juice of 2 limes
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- Pinch of salt
- Lime slices and toasted coconut for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and melted butter in a bowl. Press evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Bake crust for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, lime zest, lime juice, sugar, heavy cream, and a pinch of salt until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the coconut-lime mixture over the baked crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing into bars.
- Optional: Garnish with lime slices and toasted coconut before serving.
Notes
- For extra tropical flavor, add a teaspoon of rum extract to the filling.
- Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical / American