Description
Indulge in the delightful Pink Coconut Snowball Cake Bars, a perfect combination of rich chocolate and vibrant coconut topping that will brighten any occasion. These bars are not only easy to make but also visually stunning, making them an impressive dessert for birthdays, holidays, or casual gatherings. With a soft chocolate base layered with creamy frosting and a colorful coconut topping, each bite promises a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone craving more. Customize them with your favorite toppings or tweak the sweetness to suit your taste preferences. Whether served at a party or enjoyed as a sweet treat at home, these cake bars are sure to impress!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 cups shredded coconut
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
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.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture alternately with buttermilk and hot water.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely before frosting with whipped cream mixed with powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
- Combine shredded coconut with pink food coloring; sprinkle over frosted cake bars.
- Chill for at least one hour before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg