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Coconut Macaroon Bars

2022-05-01 - Written by: Emily J. Thompson

Dessert Baked Goods Coconut

Coconut Macaroon Bars

Chewy coconut macaroons on a bed of sweetened condensed milk, topped with toasted pecans and a sprinkle of sea salt.

Coconut Macaroon Bars

Servings

Makes 12-15 bars

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 can (14.4 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • Flaky sea salt

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven and Prepare Parchment

Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides.

Step 2: Mix Coconut Filling

In a medium bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and chopped pecans. Set aside.

Step 3: Make Macaroon Mixture

In a large mixing bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar, beating until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.

Step 4: Mix In Shredded Coconut

With the mixer on low speed, gradually add shredded coconut to the macaroon mixture, mixing until well combined.

Step 5: Press into Pan and Top with Filling

Press the macaroon mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Drizzle sweetened condensed milk mixture over the top of the macaroons.

Step 6: Sprinkle Sea Salt and Bake

Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top of the filling. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown around the edges.

Step 7: Cool Completely

Let cool completely in pan before cutting into bars.