Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pink Coconut Snowball Cake Bars, a vibrant dessert that features a rich chocolate base topped with colorful coconut. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only visually appealing but also easy to make, making them a fantastic treat for birthdays, gatherings, or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings. The combination of chocolate and coconut creates a decadent experience that everyone will enjoy. Plus, they can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge, ensuring convenience for busy schedules.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- Pink food coloring
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk until smooth. Stir in hot water.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For frosting, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cake base and top with tinted shredded coconut. Chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg