Just when you think Spring has sprung, the rains come back. So when I saw this recipe for Coco-Cabana Bars, over at Lauren’s Latest, I knew they would turn my cold, gray day into a sunny afternoon.
I love the coconut lime combo and these bars are a winner! And so easy to make. The base is a purchased sugar cookie dough with a coconut-lime flavored cheesecake filling. Quick to put together and a sure fire winner.
I tried to make mine in a 13×4 inch tart pan, instead of the 9×9 pan that the recipe called for. I had an overflow issue. You can see it in the back (on the above photo). It made for some pretty tasty tid bits for the cook though! 
I took these bars to work and they were gone in 10 minutes flat. And it’s always a good sign when people ask you for the recipe!
I like to I think that maybe, just maybe, I spread a little sunshine around with these bars today!
Enjoy!
| Tropical Coco-Cabana Bars |
- 1-16.5 oz. package refrigerated sugar cookie dough
- 1-8 oz. package cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 3/4 teaspoon coconut extract
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- 1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray 9×9 square pan with non stick cooking spray.
- Press sugar cookie dough into bottom of greased dish and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whip cream cheese with sugar and egg. Scrape edges and whip again.
- Stir in coconut extract and lime zest.
- Spread mixture over top of cookie dough to form an even layer and top with coconut.
- Bake 20 minutes or until coconut is lightly toasted and cream cheese mixture is set.
- Cool to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until completely chilled.
- Cut into bars and serve.
- Enjoy!
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I was looking at some lemon bars today but I think this lime & coconut combo sounds even better
Yum!!! This look like the perfect thing for spring!!
Oh my word! Coconut, cream cheese and lime? What’s not to love!
Oh, these look divine!
Golly, Megan, this looks sensational! I absolutely and positively plan to make this. The only real question is whether I will hoard it all for myself or share!
These are AWESOME. I love the lime coconut an I definitely will have to try!
I didn’t get any of the sunshine!
The bars look and sound fantastic. A match made in heaven–coconut and lime.
My daughter is still drooling after looking over my shoulder at these bars. They look and sound incredible. Bookmarking to make soon.
This is making my mouth water like crazy right now! I am so making this. bookmarked.
Mmm. I love this flavor combination! I just made some cookies with toasted coconut. I can’t wait to try these bars. I’m crazy for coconut and lime!
These look so fun! Perfect for the brighyt sunny weather we’re having today
So pretty…Cha Cha Cha!
These look so good! I love coconut, cream cheese and lime! Perfect!
I think I’ll be giving them a try!
Coconut and lime is a perfect combination of falvor. Happy Spring!
can’t go wrong with that combination! YUM!
These look & sound heavenly – definitley going to give it a try! I’m your newest follower from Show ‘n Tell Friday. Come over & say hello sometime: http://www.SallyLeeByTheSea.com
Have a great weekend!! :O)
Oh my goodness Megan,
This Tropical Coco Cabana Bar looks amazing! I just love the flavor combination of the recipe. Your photos are awesome. I wish I had a slice of that bar right now. Thank you so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and hope to see you next week!
My hubby would love these, so I’ll have to make them for him!
Megan I love that long tart pan – so pretty. Plus you got to munch on the overflow. Fun cabana bars!
When I look at these bars they make me happy….they are so summery and delicious!
Mmmmm! Tangy lime in a bar! Sounds wonderful! I’m now following you and hope you can stop by my weekend foodie blog hop too!
Using the sugar cookie dough for the base is inspired. Great idea! Love coconut and lime together too so these sound perfect for our next barbecue.
These would be a hit at our house!
Hello! I found your recipe linked at La Bella Vita… I can’t wait to try this. Lime and coconut are two of my favorite things.
Thanks for sharing!
Wow, how good are these for the spring and summer time! Thanks so much for sharing with So Sweet Sundays!
I’m now your newest FB fan and hope you will continue to come back and follow me, as well.
Congratulations you are featured on Full Plate Thursday this week! Enjoy!
Wow! Love coconut and lime what a great recipe. Must bookmark this and try later. Thanks so much for sharing. My mouth is watering… LOL