Looking for the perfect sweet treat to impress your loved one this Valentine’s Day? These Coconut Raspberry Valentine Bars are a delightful combination of flavors and textures that will make your heart skip a beat. With a buttery base, lush raspberry filling, and a crispy coconut topping, these bars are not just any Valentine cookies – they’re a celebration of love and sweetness.
Imagine sinking your teeth into a chewy, moist bar that perfectly balances the tartness of raspberries with the sweet crunch of coconut. These bars are incredibly easy to make, so you can spend less time baking and more time enjoying a romantic evening with your significant other.
Deliciously Sweet Coconut Raspberry Valentine Bars
These Coconut Raspberry Valentine Bars are a delightful treat that combines the juicy sweetness of raspberries with the tropical flavor of coconut, resulting in a bar that is both chewy and crispy. The sweetness complements the tartness of the raspberries, making each bite a little piece of paradise.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking pan.
- Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Spread the Mixture: Press half of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
- Add the Raspberry Filling: Evenly distribute the raspberries over the crust, then crumble the remaining dough on top to create a layer.
- Top with Coconut: Sprinkle shredded coconut evenly over the top layer of dough.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 16 bars
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
