Zesty Lime Coconut Bars
These Zesty Lime Coconut Bars combine tropical flavors of lime and coconut with a creamy filling atop a crunchy graham cracker crust, making for a refreshing treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup fresh lime juice Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
- Zest of 2 limes
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and sugar. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust.
Filling
- In another bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and salt.
- Pour the lime mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and slightly golden.
- Allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Notes
These bars are best served chilled. They can be decorated with extra lime zest or coconut flakes for presentation. Store any leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be frozen for up to three months.