California Lemon Crunch Dessert Recipe

Name: California Lemon Crunch Dessert Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 ounce Flaked coconut; 1 c. Margarine or possibly butter softened; 1/2 c. Brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 1/2 c. Quaker Oats, uncooked (quick or possibly old-fashioned); 3/4 c. All-purpose flour; 1/2 c. Minced nuts; 3/4 tsp Grnd cinnamon; 1/2 tsp Baking soda; 8 ounce Non-dairy whipped topping thawed; 16 ounce Lemon low-fat yogurt; 2 tsp Grated lemon peel

Servings: persons

7 ounce Flaked coconut
1 c. Margarine or possibly butter softened
1/2 c. Brown sugar, firmly packed
1 1/2 c. Quaker Oats, uncooked (quick or possibly old-fashioned)
3/4 c. All-purpose flour
1/2 c. Minced nuts
3/4 tsp Grnd cinnamon
1/2 tsp Baking soda
8 ounce Non-dairy whipped topping thawed
16 ounce Lemon low-fat yogurt
2 tsp Grated lemon peel

1
Heat oven to 350 F. Place coconut in single layer in 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
2
Bake 18 to 20 min or possibly till lightly toasted, stirring after 12 min.
3
Cold completely; set aside.
4
For crust, beat margarine and brown sugar till creamy.
5
Add in dry ingredients; mix well.
6
Reserve 1 c. coconut for topping; stir remaining coconut into oat mix.
7
Press dough onto bottom of ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
8
Bake 18 to 20 min or possibly till golden.
9
Cold completely.
10
For topping, combine all ingredients, spread proportionately over crust.
11
Sprinkle with reserved coconut, pressing lightly.
12
Cover; chill.
13
Cut into squares, store covered in refrigerator.

1128

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 ounce Flaked coconut, 1 c. Margarine or possibly butter softened, 1/2 c. Brown sugar, firmly packed, 1 1/2 c. Quaker Oats, uncooked (quick or possibly old-fashioned), and more.

Yes, California Lemon Crunch Dessert Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!