Dark Chocolate Coconut Blondies - Chewy Bar Cookies
Rich, chewy blondies loaded with dark chocolate chunks and coconut flakes create an indulgent bar cookie that balances sweet brown sugar base with tropical coconut and bitter chocolate. Perfect for potlucks, bake sales, or satisfying dessert cravings, these bars offer a sophisticated twist on classic blondies with their combination of textures and flavors that appeal to both chocolate and coconut lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Butter, melted
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- 2 Eggs, large
- 2 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flourgluten-free flour blend1:1gluten-freegluten-free
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- 1 tsp Baking powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 cup Dark chocolate chunksdairy-free chocolate chips1:1dairy-free
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- 1 cup Coconut flakes, sweetened or unsweetened
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven and grease baking pan
- 2
Combine melted butter with both sugars and mix well
- 3
Add eggs and vanilla extract, beat until smooth
- 4
Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, stir until just combined
- 5
Fold in dark chocolate chunks and coconut flakes
- 6
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan
- 7
Bake until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean
- 8
Cool completely in pan before cutting into squares
Tips
Use room temperature eggs for easier mixing and better incorporation into the batter.
Line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean cutting.
Cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbly, messy squares.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Can be made 1-2 days ahead and stored covered at room temperature.
Serve at room temperature, cut into squares or rectangles.
Common Mistakes
Avoid overbaking to prevent dry, crumbly texture.
Don't overmix after adding flour to keep blondies tender.
Cool completely before cutting to avoid messy, crumbly pieces.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
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Gluten-Free Swaps
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FAQ
Can I use unsweetened coconut instead of sweetened?
Yes, but the blondies will be less sweet. You may want to add an extra 2-3 tablespoons of sugar to compensate for the reduced sweetness.
How long do these keep fresh?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, they stay fresh for up to 5 days. Refrigerated, they last up to 1 week.
Can I freeze these blondies?
Yes, wrap individual squares in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.