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Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars Copycat Recipe

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A delightful copycat recipe inspired by Starbucks’ lime frosted coconut bars, featuring a tender coconut-infused bar base topped with a tangy lime frosting and drizzled with white chocolate. These bars offer the perfect balance of sweet, tropical flavors with a zesty lime twist, ideal for a refreshing treat or dessert.

Ingredients

Bar Base

  • 1/2 cup butter (softened, salted or unsalted)
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg (at room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp coconut extract
  • 1 & 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/3 cup mini white chocolate chips

Lime Frosting

  • 1/2 cup butter (at room temperature)
  • 1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp lime extract
  • lime green food coloring (or a mix of yellow and green to create the desired color)

Topping

  • 2 tbsp white chocolate (melted, for drizzling)
  • additional shredded coconut for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the parchment extends over the edges for easy removal of the bars.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This will help create a tender and moist texture in the bars.
  3. Add Wet Flavorings: Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until fully incorporated, ensuring a fragrant and well-mixed batter base.
  4. Fold in Dry Ingredients and Coconut: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients along with the shredded coconut, mixing only until the flour disappears to avoid overworking the batter.
  5. Add White Chocolate Chips and Bake: Fold in the mini white chocolate chips gently, then spread the batter evenly onto the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15-16 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool Bars Completely: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Cooling is essential before applying the frosting to prevent melting.
  7. Prepare Lime Frosting: In a large bowl, whip together the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream (or milk), lime juice, and lime extract until the mixture is light, smooth, and fluffy. Adjust the consistency by adding more cream or powdered sugar if needed.
  8. Add Food Coloring: Add lime green food coloring to the frosting or mix yellow and green food coloring until you achieve the vibrant color reminiscent of Starbucks lime coconut bars. Stir well to incorporate evenly.
  9. Frost and Decorate: Spread the lime frosting evenly over the cooled bars using a spatula. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the frosted bars using a piping bag, ziplock bag corner, or spoon for thicker streaks. Sprinkle additional shredded coconut on top for extra texture and garnish.
  10. Slice and Serve: Using the parchment overhang, lift the bars from the pan and slice them into 16 squares. For a chilled version, refrigerate until the frosting is set. Serve with milk or your favorite coffee for a refreshing snack.

Notes

  • If you prefer a stronger lime flavor, you can increase the lime extract by up to 1 tsp.
  • Using unsweetened shredded coconut prevents the bars from becoming overly sweet.
  • You can substitute white chocolate chips with regular chocolate chips for a different flavor profile.
  • For easier slicing, chill the bars in the refrigerator after frosting to firm up the frosting layer.
  • If you don’t have lime extract, substitute with lemon extract for a similar tangy flavor.

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