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Tropical Delight Coconut Lime Bars

Bright lime, toasty coconut, and a buttery crust make these bars a tropical dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cups shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 0.5 cups powdered sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cups unsalted butter, cold and cubed Cold butter is crucial for flaky texture.
For the filling
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1.25 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes) Fresh is best.
  • 1 tablespoon lime zest (from about 2 limes) Zest before juicing for max flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1.5 cups flour, 0.5 cups coconut, powdered sugar, and salt for the crust.
  3. Add the cold, cubed butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the crust mixture firmly into the prepared pan and bake for 18-20 minutes.
  5. While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, lime juice, lime zest, 2 tablespoons flour, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl.
Baking
  1. Once the crust is baked, carefully pour the lime filling over the hot crust.
  2. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly.
  3. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing.

Notes

For a stronger lime flavor, use fresh lime juice and zest. Serve chilled with mint or ice cream. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.