Coconut Cream Pie Bars Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes

These Coconut Cream Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining a creamy coconut filling with a buttery crust. Perfect for any occasion, they offer a sweet and satisfying treat that is sure to please coconut lovers.

This recipe is straightforward and makes a great addition to your dessert repertoire. With layers of flavor and texture, these bars are perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying at home.

Delicious Coconut Cream Pie Bars

These Coconut Cream Pie Bars feature a rich coconut filling set atop a crumbly crust, finished with a light whipped topping. The recipe takes about 1 hour to prepare and chill, yielding 12 bars.

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
3 large egg yolks, beaten
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Additional shredded coconut for topping

Instructions

Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9×9 inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
Make the Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, beaten egg yolks, and cornstarch. Cook until the mixture thickens, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and shredded coconut.
Assemble the Bars: Pour the coconut filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Prepare the Topping: In a mixing bowl, beat heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread the whipped cream over the chilled coconut filling.
Serve: Garnish with additional shredded coconut on top. Cut into bars and serve chilled.