Coconut Mousse Cheesecake Bars

Description

A creamy and dreamy dessert that combines the best of cheesecake and coconut mousse.

Ingredients

Crust

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon salt

Filling

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Coconut Mousse

• 8 ounces heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the crust by mixing flour, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Add softened butter and mix until crumbly. Press mixture into prepared baking dish.
3. Bake the crust for 20-25 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract; mix well.
5. Pour coconut milk and shredded coconut over cream cheese mixture; mix until combined.
6. Stir in melted butter.
7. Pour cheesecake batter into prepared baking dish over crust.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until edges are set and center is slightly jiggly.
9. Allow cheesecake to cool completely on a wire rack.
10. Prepare coconut mousse by whipping heavy cream, granulated sugar, unsweetened shredded coconut, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
11. Spread coconut mousse over cooled cheesecake layer.
12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before cutting into bars and serving.

Enjoy your Coconut Mousse Cheesecake Bars!