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Chocolate Coconut Blondies

Decadent Chocolate Coconut Blondies You’ll Crave Daily

Indulge in these irresistible Chocolate Coconut Blondies that blend rich chocolate with sweet coconut.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Granulated sugar can be used but won’t deliver the same richness.
  • 2 large Eggs An additional egg yolk can enhance richness but is optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract for best taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt Kosher salt can be used in equal measure.
  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with a gluten-free baking blend.
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Sweetened Shredded Coconut Unsweetened can be used for less sugary flavor.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chopped chocolate or chocolate chips can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Additional Shredded Coconut Optional topping.
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Optional for extra crunch.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch metal baking pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper, lightly spraying with nonstick spray.
  2. Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a mixing bowl, whisk in 1 cup of light brown sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. Add 2 large eggs one at a time and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt and 1 ½ cups of flour over the mixture and fold until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1 cup shredded coconut and 1 cup chopped chocolate, reserving a handful of each for topping.
  6. Spread the batter in the prepared pan, topping with reserved coconut and chocolate.
  7. Bake for about 40 minutes until edges are set and center is slightly gooey.
  8. Cool for 15-20 minutes and then lift out to slice into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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