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Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars Copycat Recipe

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These Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars are soft, chewy coconut bars topped with a tangy lime frosting and a drizzle of white chocolate. Inspired by the popular Starbucks treat, they combine the rich flavors of coconut and lime with a sweet, creamy frosting, perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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For the Coconut Bars

  • 1/2 cup butter (softened, salted or unsalted)
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg (at room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp coconut extract
  • 1 & 1/4 cup flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened, plus extra for topping)
  • 1/3 cup white chocolate chips (mini if possible)

For the Lime Frosting

  • 1/2 cup butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp lime extract
  • lime green food coloring (or mix of yellow and green food coloring)

For Decoration

  • 2 tbsp white chocolate (melted, for drizzling)
  • Additional shredded coconut (for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan and Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside. This ensures easy removal and clean-up.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is light and creamy. This helps to create a tender texture in the bars.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until fully combined, incorporating flavors into the batter.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients just until no flour streaks remain. Then fold in the white chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter.
  5. Bake the Bars: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15-16 minutes or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool Completely: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the coconut bars to cool completely in the pan. This is important before frosting to prevent melting.
  7. Make Lime Frosting: In a large bowl, whip together the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, lime juice, and lime extract until the mixture is light, fluffy, and smooth.
  8. Add Color: Stir in lime green food coloring or mix yellow and green food coloring until you achieve the signature vibrant lime color of the Starbucks frosting.
  9. Frost the Bars: Once the bars are fully cooled, spread the lime frosting evenly over the top using a spatula.
  10. Decorate and Slice: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the frosted bars using a piping bag, ziplock bag, or spoon for desired patterns. Sprinkle with extra shredded coconut for added texture and flavor. Slice into bars and serve.
  11. Optional Chilling: For a firmer frosting and chilled treat, place the frosted bars in the refrigerator until set. Enjoy chilled bars with a glass of milk or your favorite Starbucks coffee.

Notes

  • Ensure the bars are completely cooled before frosting to avoid melting the frosting.
  • Use unsweetened shredded coconut to balance the sweetness of the frosting and bars.
  • You can substitute lime extract with fresh lime zest for a more natural lime flavor.
  • If you prefer a thinner frosting, add more heavy cream or milk gradually until desired consistency is reached.
  • Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Room temperature ingredients (butter, egg) help create a smoother batter and frosting.

Keywords: Starbucks copycat, lime coconut bars, lime frosting, white chocolate drizzle, coconut dessert, baked bars

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