Pineapple Bars Recipe

The crust and topping for these Pineapple Bars are both made from the same mix, and the inside is filled with a tasty pineapple coconut filling.

INGREDIENTS 

SERVINGS: 9 LARGER BARS OR 16 SMALLER BARS FOR THE CRUST AND TOPPING: – 1 and 1/2 cups (190 grams) all-purpose flour spooned & leveled – 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar – 1/4 teaspoon salt – 3/4 cup (170 grams) unsalted butter softened – 1/4 cup (18 grams) sweetened shredded coconut FOR THE PINEAPPLE COCONUT FILLING: – 1 20-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained – 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar – 1/4 cup (32 grams) cornstarch – 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice – 1/2 cup (35 grams) sweetened shredded coconut

INSTRUCTIONS

Heat the oven to 350°F. Wrap an 8-inch square baking pan in aluminum foil, leaving an overhang for easy removal. Set aside.

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Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Add chopped butter to the mixture. Beat on low speed with a mixer, fork, or hands until coarse crumbs form.

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Take 1 cup of the mixture and put it in another bowl. Add 1/4 cup of shredded coconut to the reserved mixture, cover tightly, and refrigerate.

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Press the remaining crumb mixture evenly in the baking pan. The top should be set and the edges lightly golden brown after 18–20 minutes at 350°F. Remove from oven and cool.

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In a large saucepan, mix crushed pineapple, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir frequently over medium heat for 5-7 minutes to thicken pineapple mixture.

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Add the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded coconut after removing from heat. Put pineapple filling on crust. Sprinkle the fridge-leftover crumb topping evenly.

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Rebake until top is lightly golden brown at 350°F for 30–40 minutes. Remove from oven and cool on wire rack. Enjoy sliced bars after foiling the pan.

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