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Coconut Lime Bars

Irresistible Coconut Lime Bars for a Refreshing Summer Bliss

Experience the tropical delight of Coconut Lime Bars, a perfect summer dessert that’s gluten-free and irresistible.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers, crushed substitute with gluten-free graham crackers if needed
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 cup Butter, melted coconut oil can be used for a dairy-free version
For the Filling
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk consider coconut milk-based alternatives
  • 1 cup Full Fat Coconut Milk full-fat yields a richer taste
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a great substitute
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed juice is preferable
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest essential for freshness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Coconut Extract optional
  • a few drops optional Green Food Coloring optional for visual appeal
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut unsweetened coconut can be used for less sugar

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Combine crushed graham crackers, white sugar, and all-purpose flour in a mixing bowl. Add melted butter and mix until crumbly. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Bake the crust for about 15 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, full-fat coconut milk, sour cream, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  5. Pour the creamy filling over the warm crust and bake for an additional 15 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
  6. Sprinkle sweetened shredded coconut evenly over the warm bars.
  7. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and allow the bars to cool completely before chilling. Experiment with different citrus flavors if desired.

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