Creamy Lime Coconut Bars Recipe

Name: Creamy Lime Coconut Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CRUST; 1 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, ground fine in a food processor; 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) or 1/2 cup margarine (1 stick); FILLING; 1 cup lime juice; 2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk; 1 teaspoon grated lime zest; 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut; 2 drops green food coloring (makes it a pretty green) (optional)

Servings: persons

CRUST
1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, ground fine in a food processor
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) or 1/2 cup margarine (1 stick)
FILLING
1 cup lime juice
2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 drops green food coloring (makes it a pretty green) (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
Combine lime juice, condensed milk, zest, and food coloring in a bowl and set aside. The mixture will slightly thicken.
3
In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, and nuts; cut in the butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat evenly into an ungreased 9x13 pan. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
4
Pour filling mixture over hot, partially baked crust. Sprinkle with coconut.
5
Place back in the oven for 15-17 minutes or until filling is set. Cool completely. Cover and refrigerate before serving.

416

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CRUST, 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup macadamia nuts, ground fine in a food processor, 1/2 cup butter (1 stick) or 1/2 cup margarine (1 stick), and more.

Yes, Creamy Lime Coconut Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Creamy Lime Coconut Bars

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