COCONUT CREAM PIE BARS

 

Here’s a rich, creamy, and tropical recipe for Coconut Cream Pie Bars – all the flavor of a classic coconut cream pie, but in easy-to-serve bar form!

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🥥 COCONUT CREAM PIE BARS

📋 INGREDIENTS

For the crust:

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or digestive biscuits, crushed)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the coconut cream filling:

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• ⅓ cup cornstarch
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2½ cups whole milk
• 1 cup canned coconut milk (full-fat)
• 4 large egg yolks
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1½ cups sweetened shredded coconut

For the whipped topping:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Toasted shredded coconut (for garnish)

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🧑‍🍳 INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make the crust:

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Mix graham crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl.
• Press the mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 9x9-inch (23x23 cm) baking pan.
• Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool completely.

2. Prepare the coconut cream filling:

• In a saucepan, whisk sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
• Gradually whisk in the milk and coconut milk until smooth.
• Whisk in egg yolks.
• Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 5–8 minutes).
• Remove from heat. Stir in butter, vanilla, and shredded coconut.
• Pour over cooled crust and smooth the top.
• Cover with plastic wrap (pressing it directly on the filling to prevent a skin from forming) and refrigerate at least 4 hours or until set.

3. Whip the topping:

• Beat the cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
• Spread over the chilled filling.

4. Garnish and serve:

• Sprinkle with toasted coconut.
• Slice into bars and enjoy!

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🔥 TIPS

• To toast coconut: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden.
• Store bars in the fridge up to 4 days.
• For extra indulgence, drizzle with melted white chocolate before serving.

Want a crust alternative (like shortbread or vanilla wafers), or a dairy-free version? Let me know and I’ll adjust the recipe for you!