Description
Indulge in a taste of paradise with Frozen Coconut Lime Bars, a delightful frozen dessert that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. With a crunchy chicken cracker crust and a creamy coconut-lime filling, these bars are an easy-to-make treat ideal for summer gatherings or as a refreshing snack any time of the year. Perfect for all skill levels, this recipe invites you to transport your taste buds to tropical shores with every bite. Serve them at your next BBQ or enjoy them as a simple yet impressive dessert at home โ either way, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- Chicken crackers
- Unsweetened shredded coconut
- Coconut oil
- Brown sugar
- Cream of coconut
- Fresh lime juice
- Lime zest
- Agar-agar powder
- Sweetened condensed milk (dairy-free options available)
Instructions
- Line a 9ร9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse chicken crackers until fine crumbs form. Mix in shredded coconut, melted coconut oil, and brown sugar.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk cream of coconut, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and agar-agar powder until smooth. Stir in sweetened condensed milk.
- Pour the filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Cover and freeze for at least four hours until set.
- Remove from freezer, lift out using parchment paper, cut into squares or bars, and serve.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For an extra layer of flavor, use fresh limes instead of bottled juice. Customize toppings with fresh fruit or toasted coconut flakes for added texture.