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Lemon Coconut Dream Bars Recipe

Lori Yates
Lemon Coconut Dream Bars are a great dessert for a crowd. Bring the tropics to your table!
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 20 1 bar
Calories 205 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
  • nonstick baking spray
  • 2 Egg
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon Lemon Extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Unsweetened Coconut Flakes
  • 1 cup Sliced Almonds
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Plus additional if needed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and butter.
  • Lightly spray bottom and sides of 9 x 13-inch baking pan with baking spray. Evenly press graham cracker mixture into bottom of pan.
  • Transfer to oven and bake 8 minutes.
  • In large bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon zest, lemon extract and vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Add flour, baking powder and salt; mix until fully incorporated. Stir in coconut and almonds.
  • Evenly dot coconut mixture over graham cracker crust. Gently spread coconut mixture evenly across crust.
  • Transfer to oven and bake 17 to 20 minutes or until coconut mixture is golden brown.
  • Transfer to wire rack and let cool completely before glazing.
  • In small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice. Glaze should have a thick but pourable consistency. If necessary, add additional lemon juice in 1/2 teaspoon increments until correct consistency is achieved.
  • Pour over bars, cut and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 32mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g
Keyword Baked, Baking, Bar Desserts, Coconut, Desserts, Lemons, Party Food, Summer
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