Coconut Bars

Coconut Bars have a sugar cookie bottom and are topped with a lime zest, coconut and cream cheese mixture. Tons of coconut-y island flavor here!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword coconut bars, coconut lime bars

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 290kcal

Author Katie Cooksey

Ingredients

16.5 oz refrigerated sugar cookie dough
8.5 oz cream cheese softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
3/4 teaspoon coconut extract
2 teaspoons lime zest
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray 9x9 square pan with non stick cooking spray.
Press sugar cookie dough into bottom of greased dish and set aside.
In a large bowl, whip cream cheese with sugar and egg. Scrape edges and whip again.
Stir in coconut extract and lime zest. Spread mixture over top of cookie dough to form an even layer and top with coconut.
Bake 20 minutes or until coconut is lightly toasted and cream cheese mixture is set.
Cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until completely chilled. Cut into bars and serve.

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Storage Instructions

Store Coconut Bars covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. These bars can be made ahead and chilled overnight before slicing. They also freeze well for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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