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Indulgent Coconut Cream Pie Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Coconut Cream Pie Cheesecake Bars made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 16 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Toasted coconut flakes for topping

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  5. Add in granulated sugar and mix until fully combined.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract and coconut milk gradually.
  7. Fold in the shredded coconut until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, until the center is set.
  10. Remove from the oven and cool completely before refrigerating.
  11. Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  12. Spread the whipped cream over the cooled cheesecake bars.
  13. Garnish with toasted coconut flakes and chill again briefly.
  14. Slice and serve the bars chilled, enjoying the layers of flavor.