Description
Coconut Chewies are rich, buttery dessert bars with a chewy texture and a delightful coconut flavor. These bars are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, offering a satisfying blend of sweetness and chewiness that coconut lovers will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups shredded sweetened coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Swirl the pan until the butter darkens to an amber color, then remove from heat.
- Stir in the brown sugar until fully combined.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded sweetened coconut.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, covering with foil for the last 10 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing.
Notes
- Browning the butter adds a rich, nutty flavor to the bars. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- To prevent over-browning, cover the bars with foil during the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Ensure the bars cool completely before slicing for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Coconut Chewies