Description
Indulge in the tropical delight of Pina Colada Seven Layer Bars, a dessert that captures the essence of a sunny beach getaway. These bars combine luscious pineapple, creamy coconut, sweet white chocolate, and vibrant maraschino cherries into a decadent treat that is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for parties or cozy nights at home, each bite transports you to a tropical paradise, making them an instant favorite among family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, these bars are a must-try for any dessert lover looking to bring a taste of the tropics into their kitchen.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup butter (melted)
- 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 8-ounce can crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1/2 cup halved maraschino cherries
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- two-thirds of a 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with aluminum foil; spray with cooking spray.
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Mix with graham cracker crumbs until combined.
- Press the crumb mixture into the prepared pan.
- Layer drained crushed pineapple, halved cherries, white chocolate chips, and coconut on top of the crust.
- Drizzle sweetened condensed milk evenly across all layers.
- Bake for 30-34 minutes until edges are golden brown; cool in the pan for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 34 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh pineapple instead of canned. Customize your bars by adding nuts or different fruits like mango or banana.