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Lemon Coconut Bars Recipe

Delicious lemon coconut bars with a tangy lemon filling and a sweet coconut crust.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Crust

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup butter, melted

Filling

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • ¼ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest grated

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, shredded coconut, and sugar for the crust. Stir in melted butter until well combined. Press mixture into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
  3. Bake crust in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, and baking powder for the filling. Add beaten eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until smooth.
  5. Pour filling over the baked crust. Return to oven and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until filling is set.
  6. Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Bars, Coconut, Lemon
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