Description
Delicious cookie bars that combine the classic flavors of chocolate, almonds, and coconut, creating a comforting treat full of nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
- 1 cup toasted coconut
- 1 cup chopped almonds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, toasted coconut, and chopped almonds evenly.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Enjoy warm or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil. You can also use dark chocolate chips for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: cookie bars, almond joy, dessert, chocolate, coconut, family favorites