Mango Coconut Key Lime Bars
Delicious Mango Coconut Key Lime Bars that embody the essence of summer with creamy, tart, and slightly sweet layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 170 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup fresh key lime juice
- Zest of 2 key limes
- 1 cup mango puree
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional)
- Whipped cream (for serving, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish. Bake for 10 minutes and then let it cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, key lime juice, and lime zest until smooth. Pour this mixture over the cooled crust and spread it evenly.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes until set. Let cool completely.
- Pour the mango puree over the top and spread it evenly. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Slice the bars into squares and serve with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour. Letting the bars chill will enhance their flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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