Description
Delightful Pink Coconut Snowball Bars that blend creamy and chewy textures with a whimsical pink hue, perfect for celebrations or simple indulgences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
- 3–5 drops pink food coloring
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace: Gather all ingredients and materials including a medium saucepan, mixing bowl, spatula, and an 8-inch square baking dish.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smoothly combined.
- Gradually add the coconut flakes and sifted powdered sugar into the saucepan, mixing until a thick and sticky texture is achieved.
- Incorporate the pink food coloring until the desired shade is achieved.
- Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
- Spread the coconut mixture evenly into the dish, pressing down firmly.
- Chill the dish in the refrigerator for about 1 hour to set.
- Once set, remove the bars using the parchment paper and cut into squares.
Notes
These bars can be enjoyed on their own or with whipped cream or ice cream. Consider pairing them with mint for a decorative touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg