Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars

Teresa Ambra

Oh my gosh, Coconut Pecan Pie Bars are phenomenal! These rich, decadent brownie-type cookies are so amazing you’ll be drooling over every bite. Granted, I know a lot of people don’t do coconut or nuts these days. But if you enjoy coconut and pecans, and you like pecan pie, then you’ve got to give these drool-ilicious bars a try. Seriously, you’ll think you’re in seventh heaven. 🙂

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Back in February our church hosted a youth weekend emphasizing discipleship. The kids broke up into groups by gender and age and went to different host homes in our church family. Saturday for lunch, the kids were having pizza. I got a call from one of our youth leaders asking me if I would consider baking a dessert. I rarely pass up that kind of opportunity. 😉

As it happened, I really needed to clean out several ingredients from my pantry (left over from holiday baking). Those things included coconut, pecans, sprinkles, and various kinds of chips (sea salt caramel, chocolate chunks and miniature chocolate chips). So I made up eight pans of goodies totaling almost 200 pieces of brownies. I made Chocaroons, Fudgy Sprinkle Brownies, Sea Salt Caramel and Chocolate Chunk Brownies and these delicious jewels. I was totally glad to clear out my pantry a little, and everyone else loved the brownies.

I started with my Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars recipe. But instead of using chocolate, I decided to try them with coconut instead. Obviously, chocolate is good with anything, but these bars made with coconut were terrific too. I recommend them for holiday baking, potlucks, backyard barbecues, baby showers or tailgating parties. Believe me, they’ll be snatched up in no time.

This is a dessert to make if you’re looking for a fabulous brownie to wow your company and friends. And, if you enjoy coconut and pecans, then Coconut Pecan Pie Bars need to be on your “to-make” list immediately! Be prepared to drool….especially if you dollop the brownies with ice cream and caramel sauce. 🙂

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars are awesome.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars will have you drooling after the first bite.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

If you enjoy coconut and pecans, then these are the cookies for you!

Here’s what I did.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

I used these ingredients.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Melt 3 tbsp. butter. Add flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar and 1/2 cup coconut.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Stir ingredients to combine.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Press into a greased 9×13″ baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes at 350.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

In a mixing bowl, add eggs, remaining melted butter, remaining brown sugar, pecans, remaining coconut and Karo syrup.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Stir ingredients with a wooden spoon to combine.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Pour over top of baked crust.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Bake an additional 40-50 minutes or until bars are set.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Cut into bars when cool.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars are wonderful served a la mode with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce. 🙂

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

These ooey, gooey bars are terrific for tailgating parties, potlucks and backyard barbecues.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars are addictive. You won’t want to stop after just one. 

Here’s the recipe.

COCONUT PECAN PIE BARS

(My own concoction)

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars

Teresa Ambra
These fantastic brownie-type cookies are rich, decadent, gooey and heavenly! They're filled with pecans and coconut and taste like eating Pecan Pie but with coconut added. Perfect for holiday baking, tailgating parties or potluck with friends and family.
3.62 from 13 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Cookies, Brownies and Bars, Dessert
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 24
Calories 248 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13" glass baking dish
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 nut chopper if nuts are not previously chopped
  • 1 medium mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour (bleached flour toughens baked goods)
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup pecans chopped (measure after chopping)
  • 3 tbsp. unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed, divided use
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3/4 cup Karo light corn syrup
  • 2 1/2 cups coconut divided use

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, melt one cup butter.
  • Add flour, ¼ cup brown sugar and ½ cup coconut.
  • Stir with a wooden spoon until mixture is crumbly.
  • Press onto bottom and ½” up sides of greased 9x13” baking dish.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 10 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in microwave.
  • Cool for about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add eggs, corn syrup, remaining ¾ cup brown sugar, pecans and remaining 2 cups coconut.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Pour over baked crust.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 40-50 minutes or until filling is set.
  • Cool and cut into bars.

Notes

© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 18mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 308IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword brownie, coconut, cookie, dessert, pecans
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

If you need a recipe for a party, these are the brownies to make.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

If you’re having company over for dinner, Coconut Pecan Pie Bars should be on the menu.

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Yes, good down to the last drop.

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Coconut Pecan Pie Bars | Can't Stay Out of the Kitchen | these fantastic #brownies are rich, decadent and so mouthwatering you won't want to put them down! Like eating #pecanpie but with #coconut added. #dessert #cookies #pecans

Coconut Pecan Pie Bars

Teresa Ambra
These fantastic brownie-type cookies are rich, decadent, gooey and heavenly! They’re filled with pecans and coconut and taste like eating Pecan Pie but with coconut added. Perfect for holiday baking, tailgating parties or potluck with friends and family.
3.62 from 13 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Cookies, Brownies and Bars, Dessert
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 24
Calories 248 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9×13" glass baking dish
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • 1 nut chopper if nuts are not previously chopped
  • 1 medium mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour (bleached flour toughens baked goods)
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup pecans chopped (measure after chopping)
  • 3 tbsp. unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed, divided use
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3/4 cup Karo light corn syrup
  • 2 1/2 cups coconut divided use

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, melt one cup butter.
  • Add flour, ¼ cup brown sugar and ½ cup coconut.
  • Stir with a wooden spoon until mixture is crumbly.
  • Press onto bottom and ½” up sides of greased 9×13” baking dish.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 10 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, melt remaining 3 tablespoons butter in microwave.
  • Cool for about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add eggs, corn syrup, remaining ¾ cup brown sugar, pecans and remaining 2 cups coconut.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Pour over baked crust.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 40-50 minutes or until filling is set.
  • Cool and cut into bars.

Notes

© Can’t Stay Out of the Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 248kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 18mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 308IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg
Keyword brownie, coconut, cookie, dessert, pecans
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

1 Comments

  • Ann

    April 19, 2018 at 4:22 pm

    These bars look so delicious! A must make! Thanks!

3.62 from 13 votes (13 ratings without comment)

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