Chewy Coconut Dessert Bites
These Chewy Coconut Dessert Bites. Are the ultimate treat. For coconut lovers! They combine the deep, nutty flavor of browned butter. With the chewy sweetness of shredded coconut. The molasses in the brown sugar. Adds a caramel-like richness. That pairs perfectly with the tropical notes. With every bite. You get a soft, chewy texture. And just the right amount of sweetness. Whether you enjoy them warm. From the oven. Or chilled. These bars are guaranteed. To disappear fast!
9 Servings
Ingredients
- ½ c unsalted butter
- 2 c packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ c all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ c sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). And lightly grease. An 8x8-inch baking pan. To ensure easy removal of your dessert later.
- In a medium saucepan. Over medium heat. Melt the butter. Keep a close eye on it. And swirl the pan regularly. To avoid burning. Once the butter. Takes on a beautiful amber hue. And releases a nutty aroma. Remove it from the heat.
- Stir the brown sugar. Into the browned butter. Mixing thoroughly until the sugar. Is fully dissolved. Add in the eggs and vanilla. Stirring until everything is smooth. And well combined.
- In a separate bowl. Whisk together the flour. With baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients. To the wet mixture. Stirring gently. Until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut. To incorporate that delicious texture. Pour the batter. Into your prepared baking dish. Spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven. For 40-45 minutes. If the top. Starts to brown too quickly. Cover it with foil. For the final 10 minutes. Let the bars cool completely before slicing. And serving. For the best texture.
Notes
Want to make this recipe gluten-free? Simply swap out the all-purpose flour. For a gluten-free flour blend. Make sure the blend you choose contains xanthan gum. Which helps bind the ingredients. And keeps the dessert’s chewy texture intact. The rest of the ingredients. Including the coconut and brown sugar. Are naturally gluten-free. So no need to make too many adjustments. You’ll still get the same chewy, delicious bites. Without the gluten!