Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars Copycat Recipe
Enjoy the tropical flavors of Starbucks-inspired Lime Frosted Coconut Bars at home with this copycat recipe featuring a soft coconut and white chocolate base topped with zesty lime frosting and a drizzle of white chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Total Time: 31 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars (3x3 grid) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Bars
- 1/2 cup butter (softened, salted or unsalted)
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg (at room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp coconut extract
- 1 & 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/3 cup white chocolate chips (mini if possible)
Lime Frosting
- 1/2 cup butter (at room temperature)
- 1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/2 tsp lime extract
- lime green food coloring (or mix of yellow and green to desired shade)
Topping
- 2 tbsp white chocolate (melted, for drizzling)
- extra shredded coconut (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract and mix thoroughly until combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut just until the flour mixture disappears. Then fold in the white chocolate chips. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender texture.
- Bake the Bars: Spread the batter evenly onto the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15 to 16 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan.
- Prepare Lime Frosting: In a large bowl, whip the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream, lime juice, and lime extract together until the frosting is light, fluffy, and smooth.
- Color the Frosting: Add a few drops of lime green food coloring, or mix yellow and green food colorings until you achieve the vibrant Starbucks lime frosting color. Stir well to combine the color evenly.
- Frost the Bars: Once the coconut bars have cooled completely, spread the lime frosting evenly over the top.
- Decorate: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the frosted bars using a piping bag, a ziplock bag with a small cut, or a spoon for thicker, more rustic streaks. Sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top.
- Chill and Serve: For best texture and flavor, chill the bars in the refrigerator until the frosting is set. Slice into squares and enjoy with a tall glass of milk or your favorite Starbucks coffee.
Notes
- Use unsweetened shredded coconut for a balanced sweetness in the bars.
- Room temperature egg and butter help ensure proper mixing and texture.
- Adjust food coloring carefully to achieve the perfect lime green frosting shade.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter and use a non-dairy milk alternative in the frosting.
Keywords: Starbucks copycat, coconut bars, lime frosting, white chocolate, dessert bars, tropical dessert
