Decadent Layered Coconut Bliss Bars
Indulge in these Decadent Layered Coconut Bliss Bars, a scrumptious delight that brings together a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. These bars feature a buttery graham cracker crust topped with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips, crunchy walnuts (or your favorite nuts), and a generous layer of sweet flaked coconut, all bound together by luscious sweetened condensed milk. With no mixing bowls required, these bars are not only a treat for your taste buds but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a cozy family dessert, these delights are sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire.
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Servings
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Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
4-6 tablespoons (melted)
graham cracker crumbs
1 cup (none)
chopped walnuts
1 cup (or nuts of choice)
semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup (none)
flaked coconut
1 cup (none)
sweetened condensed milk
1 (14 ounce) can (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2
Generously spread the melted butter over the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking pan, ensuring that the entire surface is coated.
3
Evenly sprinkle the graham cracker crumbs over the buttered bottom, creating a base layer.
4
Distribute the chopped walnuts (or your choice of nuts), semi-sweet chocolate chips, and flaked coconut evenly over the graham cracker crumbs.
5
Pour the sweetened condensed milk evenly over the entire mixture, making sure to cover all the ingredients.
6
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
7
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
8
After cooling, cut into 16 squares and enjoy your delicious layered bars!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Decadent Layered Coconut Bliss Bars?
They are scrumptious dessert bars featuring a graham cracker crust, chocolate chips, walnuts, and coconut bound by sweetened condensed milk.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 325°F (163°C).
How long do these bars need to bake?
Bake the bars for 25 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly.
What size baking pan is required?
A 9 x 13-inch baking pan is needed for this recipe.
Do I need to use mixing bowls?
No, this recipe is designed so that ingredients are layered directly in the pan without mixing bowls.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe makes 16 delicious squares.
What is the first step in assembling the bars?
The first step is to spread melted butter over the bottom of the baking pan.
How much butter is needed for the base?
You will need 4 to 6 tablespoons of melted butter.
What type of nuts can be used?
The recipe calls for chopped walnuts, but you can use any nuts of your choice.
What kind of chocolate chips are best?
Semi-sweet chocolate chips are recommended for this recipe.
What is the role of sweetened condensed milk?
It acts as the binding agent that holds all the layers together into a cohesive bar.
How much sweetened condensed milk is required?
One 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk is used.
Do I need to cool the bars before cutting?
Yes, they should be cooled completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting.
Can I use unsweetened coconut?
The recipe specifies flaked coconut, which is typically sweetened, but unsweetened can be used if you prefer less sweetness.
What kind of crust do these bars have?
They have a buttery graham cracker crumb crust.
How much graham cracker crumbs should I use?
The recipe requires 1 cup of graham cracker crumbs.
How many layers are in these bliss bars?
There are five layers: butter, crumbs, nuts, chocolate chips, and coconut, all topped with milk.
Are these bars suitable for a potluck?
Yes, they are described as perfect for potlucks, parties, or family desserts.
How much coconut is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of flaked coconut.
How do I know when the bars are finished baking?
They are done when the top appears golden and bubbly.
Is the butter melted before adding to the pan?
Yes, the butter should be melted and then spread across the pan surface.
Can I substitute walnuts for other nuts?
Absolutely, pecans or almonds would work very well as a substitute.
How do I distribute the ingredients?
You sprinkle the crumbs, nuts, chips, and coconut evenly over the buttered base.
What is the texture of these bars?
They offer a symphony of textures including crunchy nuts, chewy coconut, and a rich, buttery base.
Does the recipe require any special equipment?
Aside from a baking pan and a wire rack for cooling, no special equipment is needed.
How much chocolate chips are included?
One cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips is used.
Should I pour the milk before or after the toppings?
The sweetened condensed milk should be poured evenly over the top of all the other ingredients.
Are these bars considered easy to make?
Yes, they are tagged as an easy recipe because they require no mixing and simple layering.
How much walnuts are used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of chopped walnuts.
What is the best way to cut the bars?
Wait until they are completely cool to ensure clean cuts into 16 even squares.