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Refreshing Lime Coconut Bars

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These refreshing lime coconut bars feature a chewy coconut crust topped with a creamy, zesty lime topping. Perfect for potlucks, lunchboxes, or a tropical twist on a classic dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or almond flour for a gluten-free option)
  • 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (use dairy-free butter to make it vegan-friendly)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2–3 limes)
  • Zest of 2 limes
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (swap with coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Optional garnishes: toasted coconut flakes, lime slices or zest curls

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Make the coconut crust: In a large bowl, combine flour, shredded coconut, sugar, and salt. Add softened butter and mix with fingers or pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs (2-3 minutes). Press mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden brown. Remove and let cool slightly.
  3. Prepare the creamy lime topping: In a medium bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until smooth and pale (about 2 minutes). Stir in lime juice, lime zest, sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and flour until just combined. Batter should be pourable but thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  4. Pour the topping evenly over the warm crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
  5. Bake again at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until topping is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Cool completely on a wire rack for at least 1 hour, then chill in the fridge for another 2 hours or overnight.
  7. Slice into bars using a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried between cuts. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and extra lime zest or slices if desired.

Notes

Use fresh lime juice and zest for best flavor. Do not overbake the topping; it should be slightly jiggly in the center when done. Chill bars overnight for best texture and clean slicing. For vegan version, use coconut oil, flax eggs, and coconut yogurt. Adding a pinch of cayenne to the topping adds a surprising kick.

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Keywords: lime bars, coconut bars, lime coconut bars, creamy lime topping, easy dessert, gluten-free dessert option, vegan dessert option, summer dessert, tropical dessert

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