Description
Delightful and chewy coconut bites that bring back childhood memories, perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with coffee.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, browned
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Mix until creamy.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, whisk until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded coconut.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
These bites can be customized with chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg