{"id":55427,"date":"2025-12-26T03:32:48","date_gmt":"2025-12-26T03:32:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=55427"},"modified":"2025-12-26T03:35:44","modified_gmt":"2025-12-26T03:35:44","slug":"starbucks-bars-lime-frosted-coconut-bars-youll-crave","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/starbucks-bars-lime-frosted-coconut-bars-youll-crave\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Starbucks Bars Copycat \u2014 Lime Frosted Coconut Bars You\u2019ll Crave"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever eyed the green-frosted treats at the cafe and thought, \u201cI could totally make that,\u201d you\u2019re in luck \u2014 these <strong>Starbucks Bars<\/strong> copycats nail the tropical vibe with a buttery coconut base and a zingy lime buttercream. Ready to skip the drive-through and bake your own? Let\u2019s get tropical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief introduction to the recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This recipe recreates that addictive cafe bar: a soft, coconut-forward cookie bar topped with bright, lime-infused frosting. Think buttery crumbs, sweet shredded coconut, and a frosting that balances sugar with a clean citrus pop. It\u2019s the perfect <strong>Lime <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/brazilian-coconut-pudding-creamy-tropical-desserts\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1507\">Coconut Dessert<\/a><\/strong> for summer gatherings, but honestly \u2014 I eat them year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why you\u2019ll love these bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why make this at home? Because they taste iconic, they\u2019re affordable, and they\u2019re surprisingly simple. These bars capture the exact flavor combo people go nuts for: lush coconut and tart lime. Plus, they\u2019re forgiving \u2014 no fancy skills required. If you love copycat sweets, these deliver the same joy as the originals without the drive or the price tag. <strong>You will save money and get better portions.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The story behind the copycat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After dozens of requests to recreate the Starbucks lime coconut bars, I finally bought one and tasted it like a scientist. The texture was soft but slightly chewy, the frosting glossy and tangy. I tweaked the lime element to add more brightness (because yes, the original needed that extra pop) and dialed the coconut into the batter for more presence. The result? A bar that tastes like the shop version \u2014 but fresher and home-baked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients breakdown \u2014 what each part does<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick rundown of what you\u2019ll use and why it matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the coconut cookie bars<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Butter (softened):<\/strong> Gives a rich, tender base. Use real butter for real flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brown sugar:<\/strong> Adds moisture and chew. Don\u2019t swap it for all white sugar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Egg (room temp):<\/strong> Binds and adds structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vanilla &amp; coconut extract:<\/strong> Vanilla deepens, coconut extract amplifies that island vibe.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour &amp; baking powder:<\/strong> Provide the structure and gentle rise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Shredded coconut (unsweetened):<\/strong> The star texture \u2014 use unsweetened for balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>White chocolate (chips or chopped):<\/strong> Melts into little pockets of creamy sweetness in the bar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For the lime buttercream<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Butter (softened):<\/strong> The base of the frosting \u2014 don\u2019t use margarine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Powdered sugar:<\/strong> Sweetens and stabilizes the icing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lime juice &amp; lime extract:<\/strong> Juice brings real acidity; extract boosts concentrated lime flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milk (or a splash of lime juice):<\/strong> Adjusts consistency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Gel food coloring (optional):<\/strong> For that iconic green. Skip if you avoid dyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Pro tip: <strong>Use full-fat ingredients<\/strong> (butter, white chocolate) \u2014 it makes a huge difference in texture and flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-1.webp\" alt=\"Squares of lime-frosted coconut bars with shredded coconut and a white chocolate drizzle on a festive serving board, Starbucks Bars.\" class=\"wp-image-55430\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-1.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-1-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-1-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-1-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step \u201cHow to Make It\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps and you\u2019ll end up with neat bars that slice clean and taste incredible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Make the coconut cookie base<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Preheat your oven and line an 8\u00d78 baking pan with parchment. In a bowl, cream room-temp butter with brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, then stir in vanilla and coconut extract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold the dry mix into the wet just until combined \u2014 don\u2019t overwork it. Stir in shredded coconut and white chocolate pieces. Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bake until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs (usually around 18\u201325 minutes, depending on your oven). Let the pan cool on a wire rack until the bars reach room temp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Whip up the lime buttercream<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar until smooth. Add lime juice, lime extract, and a splash of milk (or extra lime juice for more tang) and beat until fluffy. If you want that Starbucks-green look, add a drop or two of gel food coloring and mix to combine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Taste as you go \u2014 you can add more lime juice for brightness, but don\u2019t add so much that the frosting becomes too loose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Frost, drizzle, and set<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spread the lime buttercream over the cooled bars using an offset spatula for a smooth finish. Sprinkle extra toasted coconut on top for texture and toastiness. For an optional finishing touch, drizzle melted white chocolate across the bars in thin lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chill the pan briefly so the frosting firms up \u2014 about 20\u201330 minutes will do \u2014 then use a sharp knife to slice into neat squares. Wipe the knife between cuts for clean edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get that perfect lime buttercream<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Want the frosting that pops without being overly sweet? Use a blend: fresh lime juice for acid + a little <strong>lime extract<\/strong> for the aromatic punch. Start with a tablespoon of juice and a 1\/4 teaspoon of extract, then taste. If the frosting feels too sweet, add another teaspoon of juice. If it gets thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bold tip:<\/strong> <strong>If you can\u2019t find lime extract, substitute extra lime juice and reduce milk to keep the frosting thick.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pro tips for perfect bars every time<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Room-temp butter &amp; egg<\/strong> make the batter smooth and prevent lumps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overmix<\/strong> once you add flour \u2014 overworking creates dense bars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Toast your coconut<\/strong> for a deeper, nuttier flavor (5\u20137 minutes at 350\u00b0F, watch closely).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cool completely before frosting<\/strong> \u2014 warm bars will melt your frosting into a sad glaze.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use gel food colors<\/strong> if you need intense color without thinning the frosting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chill before slicing<\/strong> for clean, tidy squares.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>One more pro tip: <strong>if your frosting seems too sweet, a tiny pinch of salt can bring the lime forward.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Variations to try<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Feel experimental? Try these riffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Lime <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/coffee-sugar-cookies-sugar-cookies-with-espresso-twist\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1508\">Sugar Cookie Bars: Swap half the shredded coconut for finely chopped lime sugar cookies folded into the batter for a textural twist<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Key Lime Coconut Bars:<\/strong> Use key lime juice for a deeper, more floral lime profile \u2014 excellent if you want authentic Key lime vibes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lime and Coconut <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/easy-classic-traditional-baklava-recipe\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1504\">Dessert Bars<\/a> with a Shortbread Base:<\/strong> Replace the base with a buttery shortbread for a crisper mouthfeel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coconut Lime Bars with Almond:<\/strong> Add slivered almonds to the topping for crunch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lime in the Coconut Bars (extra tang):<\/strong> Fold lime zest into the batter for bursts of citrus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lime Coconut <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/french-salted-butter-cookies-classic-french-cookies-with-a-salty-twist\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1506\">Bar Cookies<\/a> (drop-cookie version):<\/strong> Scoop the dough into cookie shapes and reduce bake time; finish with piped buttercream.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-2.webp\" alt=\"Squares of lime-frosted coconut bars with shredded coconut and a white chocolate drizzle on a festive serving board, Starbucks Bars.\" class=\"wp-image-55431\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-2.webp 1024w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-2-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-2-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-2-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best ways to serve and pairings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars play well with lots of drinks and desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pair with iced coffee or a cold brew for a cafe-style trio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Serve alongside fresh berries to cut through the richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a <a href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/decadent-cheesecake-recipes-london-fog-basque-with-blackberry-sauce\/\" data-wpil-monitor-id=\"1505\">decadent dessert<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For party platters, stack bars with alternating drizzles of dark chocolate and lime glaze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storage, freezing, and leftovers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5\u20137 days. If you keep them at room temperature, they\u2019ll be fine for 2\u20133 days as long as your kitchen isn\u2019t too warm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To freeze: slice bars first, flash-freeze on a sheet until firm, then pack in layers separated by parchment into a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or for a few hours at room temp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Quick note:<\/strong> Frosted bars freeze well if you flash-freeze individually; frosting may change texture slightly after thawing, but flavor stays excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions (short &amp; helpful)<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766719234003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I use bottled lime juice?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, but fresh lime juice tastes brighter. If using bottled, you may want a touch more to get the same zing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766719239422\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do I have to use food coloring?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Nope. The bars taste the same without color. Use it only if you want that cafe-green aesthetic.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766719246244\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Can I make these dairy-free?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You can try a vegan butter and dairy-free white chocolate; results will vary. Replace milk in frosting with plant milk.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1766719252454\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How do I stop the bars from getting soggy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Toast the coconut, don\u2019t over-moisturize the batter, and store in a single layer at first \u2014 stacking can cause sogginess.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why this is the best Starbucks-style lime bar (and why it lasts)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These bars hit three critical points: texture, flavor balance, and appearance. The base gives chew and coconut, the white chocolate pockets add creamy surprises, and the lime frosting cuts the sweetness with acidic lift. Plus, because you control the ingredients, you can tweak sugar, lime intensity, and coconut level to match your taste perfectly. IMO, homemade beats store-bought because you can make extra-lime without paying extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A few extra chef-level hacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Add a thin layer of key lime curd between the cooled bar and frosting for an ultra-lime punch.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pipe the frosting using a wide round tip for neat, bakery-style tops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For cleaner cuts, chill the pan 10\u201315 minutes before slicing and wipe your knife in hot water between cuts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final thoughts and wrap-up<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you miss the seasonal cafe bar or you just crave something bright and tropical, these lime-frosted coconut bars give you the best of both worlds. They\u2019re a standout <strong>Lime Sugar Cookie Bars<\/strong> alternative when you want something with depth: coconut, white chocolate, and lime in perfect harmony. Make a batch for guests, a potluck, or selfish late-night snacking \u2014 they travel well and keep people coming back for one more bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Craving more? Try these bars alongside other copycat drinks or bar recipes to create a full at-home cafe spread. Want the printable recipe card, measurement conversions, or a version scaled to feed a crowd? I got you \u2014 tell me how many people and I\u2019ll do the math.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Happy baking \u2014 and may your frosting always be perfectly tangy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/jennermoo\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pinterest <\/a><\/strong>for daily new recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-3.webp\" alt=\"Squares of lime-frosted coconut bars with shredded coconut and a white chocolate drizzle on a festive serving board, Starbucks Bars.\" class=\"wp-image-55432\" 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53-154.3-9.8-207.9z\"><\/path><\/symbol><\/defs><\/svg>\n<header class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-header\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-image\">\n\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Best-Starbucks-Bars-Copycat-\u2014-Lime-Frosted-Coconut-Bars-Youll-Crave-150x150.webp\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Squares of lime-frosted coconut bars with shredded coconut and a white chocolate drizzle on a festive serving board, Starbucks Bars.\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" \/>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-header-content clearfix\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"tasty-recipes-title\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h2-color.color h2-transform.text-transform\">Best Starbucks Bars Copycat \u2014 Lime Frosted Coconut Bars You\u2019ll Crave<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-rating-outer\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div 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data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-author-name\">Jennifer<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"prep-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-clock\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tPrep Time:<\/span> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-value-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-prep-time\">20 minutes<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"cook-time\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"detail-label-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"detail-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"icon-color.color\"><use 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class=\"tasty-recipes-category\">Dessert<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-buttons\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-button-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\n<a class=\"button tasty-recipes-print-button tasty-recipes-no-print\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/starbucks-bars-lime-frosted-coconut-bars-youll-crave\/print\/55428\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"\">\n\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-print\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-print\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\tPrint Recipe<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/header>\n\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-content\">\n\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Description<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-description-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<p>Craving that bright lime-and-coconut bar from the caf\u00e9? This homemade copycat delivers the same tropical vibes with minimal fuss \u2014 and yes, you can make it in one pan.<\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-clipboard-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-units-scale-container\"><span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-label\">Scale<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button tasty-recipes-scale-button-active\" data-amount=\"1\" type=\"button\">1x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"2\" type=\"button\">2x<\/button><button class=\"tasty-recipes-scale-button\" data-amount=\"3\" type=\"button\">3x<\/button>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-ingredients-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df52e\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df52e\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup (115 g) butter, softened (salted or unsalted OK)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df52e\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"115\" data-unit=\"g\">115 g<\/span>) butter, softened (salted or unsalted OK)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df542\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df542\" aria-label=\"2\/3 cup packed brown 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class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df564\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df564\" aria-label=\"1\/4 tsp coconut extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df564\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"tsp\">1\/4 tsp<\/span> coconut extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df571\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df571\" aria-label=\"1 1\/4 cups (155 g) all-purpose flour\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df571\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.25\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 1\/4 cups<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"155\" data-unit=\"g\">155 g<\/span>) all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df57d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df57d\" aria-label=\"1\/2 tsp baking powder\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df57d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"tsp\">1\/2 tsp<\/span> baking powder<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df58f\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df58f\" aria-label=\"1\/4 tsp salt\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df58f\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.25\" data-unit=\"tsp\">1\/4 tsp<\/span> salt<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5a1\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5a1\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup shredded coconut (plus extra to sprinkle on top)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5a1\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> shredded coconut (plus extra to sprinkle on top)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5b3\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5b3\" aria-label=\"1\/3 cup mini white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5b3\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.33333333333333\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/3 cup<\/span> mini white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the lime frosting<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5c2\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5c2\" aria-label=\"1\/2 cup (115 g) butter, softened\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5c2\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1\/2 cup<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"115\" data-unit=\"g\">115 g<\/span>) butter, softened<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5ce\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5ce\" aria-label=\"1\/2 tsp lime extract\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5ce\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"0.5\" data-unit=\"tsp\">1\/2 tsp<\/span> lime extract<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5dc\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5dc\" aria-label=\"1 1\/2 cups (180 g) powdered sugar\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5dc\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1.5\" data-unit=\"cup\">1 1\/2 cups<\/span> (<span data-amount=\"180\" data-unit=\"g\">180 g<\/span>) powdered sugar<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5e9\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5e9\" aria-label=\"1 tbsp heavy cream or milk\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5e9\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"1\" data-unit=\"tbsp\">1 tbsp<\/span> heavy cream or milk<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5fa\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5fa\" aria-label=\"2 tbsp fresh lime juice\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df5fa\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tbsp\">2 tbsp<\/span> fresh lime juice<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df602\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df602\" aria-label=\"A few drops gel food coloring (optional)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df602\"><\/label><\/span>A few drops gel food coloring (optional)<\/li>\n<li data-tr-ingredient-checkbox=\"\"><span class=\"tr-ingredient-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" name=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df60d\" id=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df60d\" aria-label=\"2 tbsp white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)\"><label for=\"ingredient_checkbox_69f249d6df60d\"><\/label><\/span><span data-amount=\"2\" data-unit=\"tbsp\">2 tbsp<\/span> white chocolate, melted (for drizzling)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><!--INSIDE_INGREDIENTS--><\/p>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-header\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Instructions<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-instructions-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-start=\"923\" data-end=\"938\"><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-1\" data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"1067\">Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Line an 8\u00d78-inch pan with parchment, letting the paper hang over the sides for easy removal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1098\"><strong>Make the coconut bar base<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-2\" data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1239\">Beat the softened butter and brown sugar together until smooth and creamy. Add the egg, vanilla, and coconut extract and mix until combined.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-3\" data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1464\">In a separate bowl whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry mix into the wet ingredients just until the flour disappears. Stir in the shredded coconut and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-4\" data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1698\">Spread the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake about 15\u201316 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden and the center looks set. Remove from oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 data-start=\"1700\" data-end=\"1726\"><strong>Whip the lime frosting<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-5\" data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"2072\">While the bars cool, make the icing: beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar. Add the heavy cream (or milk), lime juice, and lime extract and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy. If you want that signature green hue, mix in a tiny amount of gel food coloring (or blend a touch of yellow + green gel).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2094\"><strong>Finish and serve<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-6\" data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2343\">Spread the lime frosting over the cooled bars in an even layer. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the top (a piping bag, cut corner of a zip-top bag, or a spoon all work). Sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top, slice into squares, and enjoy.<\/li>\n<li id=\"instruction-step-7\" data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2489\">refer them chilled? Pop the pan in the fridge for 15\u201330 minutes to firm the frosting before slicing. Serve with coffee or a tall glass of milk.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Notes<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul>\n<li><strong>Pro tips<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Bring eggs and butter to room temp for a silky batter and smooth frosting.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t overmix once the flour goes in \u2014 overworking makes dense bars.<\/li>\n<li>Toast the coconut briefly if you want nuttier flavor (watch it closely; it browns fast).<\/li>\n<li>If frosting gets too thin, add more powdered sugar a tablespoon at a time.<\/li>\n<li>If white chocolate seizes while melting, stir in a little neutral oil to loosen it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. To freeze, cut into squares, freeze on a sheet, then transfer to a sealed container with parchment between layers \u2014 they\u2019ll keep up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<hr data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"secondary-color.border-color secondary-color.background-color\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-nutrition\">\n\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"h3-color.color h3-transform.text-transform\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Calories:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-calories\">271Calories<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sugar:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sugar\">24g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Sodium:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-sodium\">154mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fat:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fat\">16g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Carbohydrates:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-carbohydrates\">32g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Fiber:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-fiber\">1g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Protein:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-protein\">2g<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li><strong class=\"tasty-recipes-label\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">Cholesterol:<\/strong> <span data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\" class=\"tasty-recipes-cholesterol\">42mg<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t\n\t<footer class=\"tasty-recipes-entry-footer\">\n\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" class=\"svg-instagram\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-icon-color.color\"><use href=\"#tasty-recipes-icon-instagram\"><\/use><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"tasty-recipes-footer-copy\">\n\t\t\t\t<h3 data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-heading-color.color h3-transform.text-transform footer-heading.innerText\">Did you make this recipe?<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<div data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"footer-description-color.color footer-description.innerHTML\"><p>Share a photo and tag us \u2014 we can&#8217;t wait to see what you&#8217;ve made!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/footer>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-base-3-color\">Starbucks Bars, Lime Coconut Dessert, Lime Sugar Cookie Bars, Lime And Coconut Dessert Bars, Lime Coconut Bar Baking, Coconut Lime Bars, Lime In The Coconut Bars, Key Lime Coconut Bars, Lime Coconut Bar Cookies<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever eyed the green-frosted treats at the cafe and thought, \u201cI could totally make that,\u201d you\u2019re in luck \u2014 these Starbucks Bars copycats nail the tropical vibe with a buttery coconut base and a zingy lime buttercream. 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