Tropical Chocolate Macadamia Nut Bliss Bars
Indulge in these delightful Tropical Chocolate Macadamia Nut Bliss Bars, featuring a rich blend of flavors from creamy chocolate, crunchy macadamia nuts, and sweet, chewy coconut. Perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as an afternoon treat, these bars will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with every bite. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they're a must-try for any dessert lover!
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Servings
120
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Butter
1/2 cup (Melted)
Chocolate cookie crumbs
1 1/2 cups (Ready to use)
Sweetened condensed milk
1 (14 ounce) can (Ready to use)
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (12 ounce) package (Ready to use)
Flaked coconut
1 cup (Ready to use)
Chopped macadamia nuts
1 cup (Chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter, stirring occasionally until fully melted and smooth.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter with the chocolate cookie crumbs. Mix well until the crumbs are thoroughly coated with butter.
4
Firmly press the cookie crumb mixture into the bottom of a greased 13x9-inch baking pan, creating an even layer.
5
Carefully pour the sweetened condensed milk over the crust, spreading it evenly to ensure full coverage.
6
Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly on top of the condensed milk layer.
7
Next, add the flaked coconut and chopped macadamia nuts, distributing them evenly across the surface.
8
Using a spatula or your hands, gently press down on the entire mixture to ensure it adheres together.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is lightly golden brown.
10
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into 24 bars.
Nutrition Information
6.3g
Fat
16g
Carbs
1.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is titled Tropical Chocolate Macadamia Nut Bliss Bars.
What is the flavor profile of these bliss bars?
These bars offer a rich blend of creamy chocolate, crunchy macadamia nuts, and sweet, chewy coconut.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 6 main ingredients: butter, chocolate cookie crumbs, sweetened condensed milk, semi-sweet chocolate chips, flaked coconut, and macadamia nuts.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How much butter is required?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of butter, which should be melted.
What type of cookie crumbs are used for the crust?
The recipe uses 1 1/2 cups of chocolate cookie crumbs.
How much sweetened condensed milk is needed?
You will need one 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk.
What amount of chocolate chips should I use?
The recipe requires one 12-ounce package of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
How much coconut is added to the bars?
The recipe includes 1 cup of flaked coconut.
How should the macadamia nuts be prepared?
You should use 1 cup of chopped macadamia nuts.
What size baking pan is used?
A greased 13x9-inch baking pan is required for this recipe.
How is the crust prepared?
The melted butter is combined with chocolate cookie crumbs and firmly pressed into the bottom of the pan.
How do you apply the sweetened condensed milk?
Pour the milk evenly over the cookie crumb crust to ensure full coverage.
What is the order of the top layers?
After the condensed milk, layer the chocolate chips, then the flaked coconut, and finally the chopped macadamia nuts.
Should the ingredients be pressed down before baking?
Yes, use a spatula or your hands to gently press down on the entire mixture to ensure it adheres together.
How long do these bars need to bake?
Bake the bars for 25-30 minutes.
What color should the bars be when finished?
The bars are ready when the top is lightly golden brown.
What is the cooling process?
Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.
How many bars does one recipe yield?
This recipe makes 24 bars.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each bar contains approximately 120 calories.
What is the fat content per bar?
Each bar contains 6.3g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one bar?
There are 16g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per bar?
Each bar provides 1.3g of protein.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is described as easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
Are these bars suitable for parties?
Yes, they are described as perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as an afternoon treat.
What tags apply to this recipe?
Tags include cookie bars, chocolate, macadamia nuts, coconut, dessert, tropical, and sweet treats.
Can I use low heat to melt the butter?
Yes, the instructions recommend using a small saucepan over low heat to melt the butter.
How should the chocolate chips be distributed?
Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly on top of the condensed milk layer.
Does the recipe contain fiber information?
Nutritional data for fiber is not provided in this specific recipe profile.
What should the final texture be?
The bars feature a mix of creamy, crunchy, and chewy textures.