Lime Frosted Coconut Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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½ cup butter, softened
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⅔ cup brown sugar
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1 egg, room temperature
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¼ teaspoon coconut extract
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1¼ cups all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
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⅓ cup mini white chocolate chips
→ Lime Frosting
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½ cup butter, room temperature
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½ teaspoon lime extract
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1½ cups powdered sugar
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1 tablespoon heavy cream or milk
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2 tablespoons lime juice
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Lime green food coloring
→ Garnish
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2 tablespoons white chocolate, melted
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2 tablespoons shredded coconut
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 20x20cm (8x8-inch) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
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Cream butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until well combined.
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Fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut just until incorporated. Gently mix in white chocolate chips.
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Spread batter evenly into prepared pan. Bake for 15-16 minutes until edges are golden and center is set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
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In a large bowl, whip softened butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar gradually, then mix in lime extract, milk, and lime juice until smooth and fluffy. Add lime green food coloring to achieve the signature Starbucks color.
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Spread lime frosting evenly over cooled bars. Drizzle with melted white chocolate using a piping bag or spoon. Sprinkle additional coconut on top.
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Cut into squares and serve at room temperature or chilled. For the authentic experience, pair with coffee or milk.
# Notes:
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For the most authentic Starbucks color, mix yellow and green food coloring if lime green isn't available.
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These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.