Honey Coconut Bars
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These honey coconut bars are my go to treat whenever I need something sweet but not overly complicated. With just 15 minutes of prep work, you'll have a batch ready to bake in under an hour, making them perfect for busy weeknights or last minute gatherings. The honey adds natural sweetness and provides wonderful antioxidants while keeping these bars moist and tender. What I love most is how affordable they are to make using simple pantry staples that you probably already have on hand. They're crispy on the edges and chewy in the middle, and honestly, they disappear fast around my house.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 150 gcoconut flakes
- 100 gunsalted butter(softened)
- 250 ggranulated sugar
- 200 ghoney
- 100 gcoconut oil(melted)
- 1 tspbaking soda
- 1 tspsalt
- 2 eggeggs
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 18x20 cm baking dish with parchment paper.
Tip: Optional: grease the dish with butter or cooking spray for easier removal.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, coconut flakes, baking soda, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk or a fork to mix the dry ingredients well.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl when necessary.
- 4
Add the honey and mix until well combined.
Tip: You can adjust the amount of honey to your desired level of sweetness.
- 5
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the melted coconut oil.
Tip: Make sure the eggs are fully incorporated before adding the coconut oil.
- 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can lead to tough bars.
- 7
Press the dough into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Use a spatula or your hands to spread the dough evenly.
- 8
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Keep an eye on the bars during the last 5 minutes of baking, as they can go from perfectly cooked to overcooked quickly.
- 9
Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan.
Tip: Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into them.
- 10
Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Tip: This will help the bars hold their shape when cut.
- 11
Cut into bars and serve.
Tip: You can store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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