Coconut Raspberry Oat Delight Bars
These Coconut Raspberry Oat Delight Bars combine the rich and sunny flavors of toasted coconut and sweet raspberry jam with the wholesome goodness of old-fashioned oats. Inspired by a colleague's suggestion, I crafted this easy-to-follow recipe that quickly became a favorite among my coworkers. With a chewy texture and a hint of sweetness, these bars are perfect for any gathering, whether it's a busy workday, a fun picnic, or a cozy evening at home. Your friends and family will be craving more once they get a taste, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sweetened flaked coconut
1 1/2 cups (divided; 3/4 cup toasted and 3/4 cup untoasted)
All-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups (none)
Packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup (none)
Granulated sugar
1/4 cup (none)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Cold unsalted butter
3/4 cup (cut into pieces)
Old-fashioned oats
1 1/2 cups (none)
Seedless raspberry jam
3/4 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Spread 3/4 cup of sweetened flaked coconut evenly over a baking sheet.
3
Toast the coconut in the middle of the oven, stirring once halfway through, until it turns golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
4
In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, packed light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt. Pulse until mixed well.
5
Add the cold, cut-up unsalted butter to the flour mixture and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs and a dough begins to form.
6
Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and knead in the old-fashioned oats and the cooled toasted coconut until everything is well combined.
7
Set aside 3/4 cup of this dough for topping.
8
Press the remaining dough evenly into the bottom of a greased 13x9-inch metal baking pan, creating a solid base.
9
Spread the seedless raspberry jam evenly over the dough base, ensuring an even layer.
10
Crumble the reserved dough evenly on top of the raspberry jam layer.
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Finally, sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup of untoasted coconut over the crumbled topping.
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Bake in the middle of the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
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Once baked, allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
14
To serve, use a sharp knife to loosen the sides of the bars from the pan. Lift the entire piece out and transfer it to a cutting board.
15
Cut into 24 equal-sized bars and enjoy!
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Note: These delightful bars can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in an airtight container for optimal freshness.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Coconut Raspberry Oat Delight Bars?
These are chewy dessert bars featuring a blend of toasted coconut, sweet raspberry jam, and old-fashioned oats.
What are the main ingredients required?
The main ingredients include sweetened flaked coconut, all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, cold unsalted butter, old-fashioned oats, and seedless raspberry jam.
How many bars does this recipe produce?
This recipe yields approximately 24 equal-sized bars.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How do I toast the coconut for this recipe?
Spread 3/4 cup of coconut on a baking sheet and toast at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for about 8 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Do I need a food processor to make these bars?
Yes, a food processor is used to blend the flour, sugars, and salt with the cold butter until a dough forms.
What type of oats are recommended?
The recipe specifically calls for old-fashioned oats.
Should the butter be cold or at room temperature?
The recipe requires cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.
What kind of pan is best for baking these bars?
A greased 13x9-inch metal baking pan is recommended.
How much dough should be reserved for the topping?
Set aside 3/4 cup of the dough mixture to use as a crumble topping.
What type of jam should I use?
Seedless raspberry jam is used to ensure a smooth texture throughout the bars.
How long do the bars need to bake?
Bake the bars for 20-25 minutes in the middle of the oven.
How do I know when the bars are finished baking?
The bars are done when the top is golden brown and the structure is set.
Is it necessary to cool the bars before cutting?
Yes, you must allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them.
How should I store the leftover bars?
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature.
How long will these bars stay fresh?
They can be kept for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.
Can I make this recipe in advance?
Yes, these bars can be made up to 3 days before you plan to serve them.
How much total coconut is needed for the recipe?
A total of 1 1/2 cups of sweetened flaked coconut is needed, divided into two 3/4 cup portions.
Is the coconut on top toasted?
The final 3/4 cup of coconut sprinkled on the very top is untoasted before baking.
What is the texture of these bars?
The bars have a chewy texture with a hint of sweetness and crunch from the coconut.
Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted?
The recipe specifies unsalted butter to better control the salt content, but salted may be used if you adjust the added salt.
Are these bars suitable for picnics?
Yes, they are described as an ideal treat for picnics, workdays, or gatherings.
How do I remove the bars from the pan easily?
Use a sharp knife to loosen the sides from the pan, then lift the entire baked sheet out onto a cutting board.
Does this recipe use brown sugar?
Yes, it uses 3/4 cup of packed light brown sugar in addition to granulated sugar.
How much salt is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
What is the preparation for the all-purpose flour?
There is no special preparation; simply measure 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
Can I substitute the raspberry jam?
While the recipe focuses on raspberry, you could likely substitute other seedless fruit jams.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 8 total ingredients required for this recipe.
Are these bars considered an easy recipe?
Yes, they are described as an easy-to-follow recipe suitable for any occasion.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).