Pineapple Coconut Bars (Easy Tropical Dessert You’ll Crave)
These chewy pineapple coconut bars are the ultimate tropical dessert! Made with crushed pineapple, sweet coconut, and a buttery crust, they’re perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, or when you're craving something fruity, bright, and easy to make.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- ¼ cup Cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup Cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- 2 Large eggs
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- ¼ cup All-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 (8 oz) can Crushed pineapple, drained slightly
- 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make the Crust:In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Mix the Filling:While the crust bakes, whisk together eggs, sugar, flour, salt, vanilla, and lemon juice. Fold in the crushed pineapple and shredded coconut.
- Pour and Bake:Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust. Return to the oven and bake for another 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.
- Cool and Cut:Let the bars cool in the pan for 30 minutes, then lift out using the parchment and cut into squares. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
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