Description
These Pink Coconut Snowball Cake Bars are a show-stopping treat that’s as fun to look at as it is to eat. With a rich chocolate base, a soft coconut center, and a pretty-in-pink fluffy coconut topping, they’re perfect for any celebration. Whether you’re searching for easy dessert ideas, a quick party treat, or a nostalgic snack, this easy recipe delivers the perfect blend of texture, flavor, and charm. Ideal for holiday baking, potlucks, and family treats — a must-try in your collection of food ideas and sweet breakfast ideas!
Ingredients
120g all-purpose flour
30g cocoa powder
150g granulated sugar
2 large eggs
100g melted butter
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
400g sweetened condensed milk
150g unsweetened desiccated coconut
1 tsp vanilla extract
100g desiccated coconut
2–3 drops pink food coloring
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy. Add melted butter and vanilla.
4. Combine wet and dry mixtures, then spread evenly in the pan.
5. Bake for 20–25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
6. Mix sweetened condensed milk, coconut, and vanilla until combined.
7. Spread over the cooled base and smooth with a spatula. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
8. Tint coconut with pink food coloring until evenly pink.
9. Sprinkle or lightly press the pink coconut over the white layer. Chill for 1 hour.
10. Slice into bars with a clean knife. Store chilled and serve.
Notes
Use parchment paper to lift the bars out cleanly.
For natural coloring, beetroot powder can replace food dye.
Chill well before cutting to keep the layers defined.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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