Almond Coconut Bars

SERVINGS

24

CATEGORY

Dessert

METHOD

Baked

PREP

15 min.

COOK

20 min.

TOTAL

35 min.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 package (7 ounces) flaked coconut
  • 2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 24 blanched almonds

DIRECTIONS

In a small bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and butter. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Combine milk and coconut; carefully spread over crust. Bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until lightly browned.
    In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter. Microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Microwave 30-60 seconds longer or until chips are melted; stir until smooth.
    Spread over warm bars. Garnish with almonds. Refrigerate for 1 hour before cutting. Yield: 2 dozen.

Printed from tasteofhome.com Oct 12, 2008

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