340GramsBittersweet Chocolate, chopped into chunks(12 Ounces)
Instructions
Prepare Pan
Spray pan with nonstick baking spray and place strips of parchment paper in bottom of pan so the parchment extends over the four pan sides.
Make Cookie Base
Preheat oven to 350° F
Sift or whisk together flour, baking powder and salt.
Place softened butter and granulated sugar (measure #1) in bowl of a stand mixer. Using the paddle attachment begin mixing on medium speed. Continue to mix until the butter and sugar mixture is light and fluffy (approximately 2 - 3 minutes). Note: a hand mixer may also be used
Add the flour, baking powder and salt mixture. Mix for 20 - 30 seconds.
Remove the bowl from the mixer and, using a rubber spatula, mix the dough briefly. Note: the dough will be crumbly.
Pour the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Using your hands, lightly press the dough down so it evenly covers the bottom of the pan.
Bake for 12 minutes.
Place on a cooling rack, cool for 10 minutes then proceed with making the topping.
Topping
Place brown sugar in mixing bowl. Begin adding eggs one at a time, mixing with a rubber spatula between each addition.
Add granulated sugar and coconut to the bowl. Mix until fully incorporated.
Add chocolate chunks to the bowl. Mix until evenly distributed.
Pour topping over partially baked cookie dough base.
Bake
Bake for 22 - 25 minutes. Cool completely before removing from pan (approximately 1 hour).
Unmold by pulling up on sides of parchment paper and transfer to a cutting board. Remove parchment from bottom of the bar. Cut into desired shapes.
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