Description

Coconut Cheesecake Bars are a heavenly treat that bring together rich, creamy cheesecake and the tropical essence of coconut, all nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. These bars are perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to cozy family gatherings. With their irresistible flavor and easy preparation, they’ll transport your taste buds to a sun-soaked paradise with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
16 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 large eggs
½ cup coconut cream
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press into an ungreased baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in coconut cream until fully combined.
Gently fold in shredded coconut into the filling mixture.
Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly. Optionally, sprinkle additional shredded coconut on top.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set around the edges and slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
Cut into squares and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 260
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added texture, consider folding in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the filling. You can also swap coconut for other flavors like lemon zest or cocoa powder for variety.