Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer offer a delightful blend of tropical mango sweetness and creamy coconut in a light, refreshing bar. This homemade dessert is incredibly easy to prepare, requiring simple pantry staples and just one pan. The bars have a soft, chewy texture with a crisp golden edge, making them perfect for a quick summer treat. Pair it with my Grilled Zucchini and Feta Chickpea Wrap with Herbed Yogurt for a light lunch and dessert combo.
Why You'll Love Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing
Discover easy mango coconut bars – perfect light dessert for summer that's quick, homemade, and family-friendly. Refreshing tropical flavors with simple steps.
- Refreshing tropical flavors with sweet mango and creamy coconut
- Light and not overly sweet, perfect for warm summer days
- Simple ingredients and straightforward steps ideal for beginners
- Easy to customize with add-ins like chopped nuts or chia seeds
Ingredients for Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing
Flour: use all-purpose for best texture; gluten-free flour blend can work but bars may be more crumblyMango: ripe fresh mango is ideal, but frozen (thawed) mango can be used in a pinch
- Flour: use all-purpose for best texture; gluten-free flour blend can work but bars may be more crumbly
- Mango: ripe fresh mango is ideal, but frozen (thawed) mango can be used in a pinch
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Prepare your baking pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving excess on the sides for easy removal.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, shredded coconut, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and lime juice until smooth.
Expert Tips for Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing
- Use fresh ripe mango for the juiciest bars, but frozen mango works too.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep bars tender and chewy.
- Let bars cool completely before cutting to avoid crumbling.
Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing
Discover easy mango coconut bars – perfect light dessert for summer that's quick, homemade, and family-friendly. Refreshing tropical flavors with simple steps.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2/3 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh mango chunks (about 1 medium mango)
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- 1 tbsp lime juice (optional for added brightness)
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Chopped macadamia nuts or almonds
Instructions
How to Make Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer
- Prepare your baking pan: Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving excess on the sides for easy removal.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, shredded coconut, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and lime juice until smooth.
- Make the batter: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Gently fold in mango chunks.
- Bake the bars: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle optional toasted coconut or nuts on top if desired. Bake 22-25 minutes or until edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and serve: Let bars cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Use parchment to lift them out, then cut into 9 bars. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Easy Mango Coconut Bars – Perfect Light Dessert for Summer, Quick & Refreshing FAQs
Yes! These bars store well in the fridge for up to 4 days and freeze easily for up to 1 month. Just thaw in the fridge before serving.
Thawed frozen mango chunks work fine if fresh isn't available. Canned mango drained well can also be used, but fresh tastes best.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. You can also freeze them wrapped tightly to enjoy later.
Overbaking or overmixing the batter can cause dryness. Be sure to check for doneness early and mix just until combined.
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