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Creamy Coconut Lime Bars Recipe Easy Homemade with Crunchy Crust

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These creamy coconut lime bars feature a rich, tangy coconut lime filling atop a buttery, crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for a fuss-free dessert that feels like a special treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets, finely crushed)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • 1 can (13.5 oz / 400 ml) full-fat coconut milk, well shaken
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2–3 limes)
  • Zest of 2 limes
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and sea salt. Stir until the mixture holds together when pressed. Add more melted butter if too dry.
  3. Press the crust mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan using the bottom of a glass for compactness.
  4. Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove and let cool slightly.
  5. In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar and cornstarch until combined. Add eggs and whisk until smooth and slightly frothy.
  6. Slowly whisk in coconut milk, lime juice, lime zest, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until fully incorporated but avoid overbeating.
  7. Pour the filling over the slightly cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 18-22 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly when shaken.
  9. Remove from oven and cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to set.
  10. Lift bars out using parchment overhang, cut into squares with a sharp knife warmed under hot water, wiping blade between cuts. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

[‘Do not skip chilling the bars to allow the filling to set fully.’, ‘Use fresh lime juice and zest for best flavor.’, ‘Mix filling gently to avoid air bubbles.’, ‘Press crust firmly to prevent crumbling.’, ‘Watch baking time closely; center should jiggle slightly when done.’, ‘Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water for clean slices.’]

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