Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars Copycat Recipe

Introduction

These Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars are a bright, tropical treat perfect for any occasion. With a soft, coconutty base and a tangy lime frosting, they offer a perfect balance of sweet and zesty flavors. Easy to make at home, they bring a little Starbucks magic to your kitchen.

Ingredients

• 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 flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup shredded coconut (plus extra for topping)
• 1/3 cup white chocolate chips (mini if possible)
• 1/2 cup butter (at room temperature, for frosting)
• 1/2 tsp lime extract
• 1 & 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• Food coloring (lime green or a mix of yellow and green)
• 2 tbsp white chocolate (for drizzling, melted)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), then line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract, mixing until well combined.
3. Step 3: Gently fold in the flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded coconut until the flour mixture just disappears. Stir in the white chocolate chips. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
4. Step 4: Bake for 15-16 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
5. Step 5: While the bars cool, prepare the lime frosting. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream (or milk), lime juice, and lime extract together until light and fluffy.
6. Step 6: Add a few drops of lime green food coloring, or mix yellow and green to achieve the perfect bright frosting color. Stir until evenly tinted.
7. Step 7: Spread the lime frosting evenly over the cooled coconut bars.
8. Step 8: Drizzle melted white chocolate over the frosting using a piping bag, a ziplock bag with a corner snipped, or a spoon for thicker streaks. Sprinkle extra shredded coconut on top.
9. Step 9: Slice the bars into squares and enjoy! For a chilled treat, refrigerate the bars until the frosting is set before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use mini white chocolate chips to ensure even distribution without sinking.
• Adjust the lime juice and extract amounts to taste for a more or less tangy frosting.
• For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with vegan butter and heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk.
• Try adding toasted coconut flakes on top for extra crunch and flavor.

Storage

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Let them come to room temperature or warm slightly before serving for the best texture. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator before enjoying.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these bars without white chocolate chips?

Yes, you can omit the white chocolate chips if you prefer. The bars will still be deliciously moist and flavorful, though the white chocolate adds a subtle sweetness and texture contrast.

What can I use if I don’t have lime extract?

If you don’t have lime extract, increase the lime juice slightly for more tang, or try using lemon extract as a close substitute. Fresh lime zest can also boost the citrus flavor in the frosting.

Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars Copycat Recipe

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This copycat recipe recreates the delightful Starbucks Lime Frosted Coconut Bars featuring a moist coconut-infused base topped with a tangy lime frosting and drizzled with white chocolate. Perfectly balanced between sweet and zesty, these bars are a tropical treat that combines shredded coconut, white chocolate chips, and a refreshing lime glaze.

• Author: Maya
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 16 minutes
• Total Time: 31 minutes
• Yield: 16 bars 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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For the Coconut 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 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut (plus extra for topping)
• 1/3 cup white chocolate chips (mini if possible)

For the Lime Frosting

• 1/2 cup butter (at room temperature)
• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 tbsp heavy cream (or milk)
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp lime extract
• Lime green food coloring (or a mix of yellow and green food coloring to achieve desired color)
• 2 tbsp white chocolate (melted for drizzling)

Instructions

1. 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 it aside.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until the mixture is creamy and smooth. This will provide a tender base for the bars.
3. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the room temperature egg, vanilla extract, and coconut extract until everything is well combined and smooth.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and shredded unsweetened coconut.
5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients just until the flour disappears. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
6. Add Chocolate Chips and Bake: Fold in the white chocolate chips gently. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-16 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Cool Bars: Remove the pan from the oven and let the coconut bars cool completely in the pan to ensure the frosting adheres well.
8. Prepare Lime Frosting: In a large bowl, whip together the softened butter, powdered sugar, heavy cream (or milk), lime juice, and lime extract until the mixture is light and fluffy.
9. Color the Frosting: Add lime green food coloring gradually, or mix yellow and green food coloring to achieve the signature Starbucks lime frosting color. Stir well to combine.
10. Frost and Decorate: Spread the lime frosting evenly over the cooled coconut bars. Drizzle the melted white chocolate over the frosting using a piping bag, a ziplock bag with a corner cut, or a spoon for thicker streaks.
11. Add Final Touches and Slice: Sprinkle more shredded coconut on top for garnish. Once decorated, slice the bars into squares and serve.
12. Optional Serving Suggestion: For a chilled treat, refrigerate the bars until the frosting sets. Enjoy them with a cold glass of milk or your favorite Starbucks coffee.

Notes

• Using room temperature ingredients (egg and butter) ensures better mixing and texture.
• Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bars soft and tender.
• You can substitute lime extract with fresh lime zest for a more natural flavor.
• Mini white chocolate chips distribute more evenly and melt better but regular chips can be used.
• Adjust the food coloring amount to match your desired frosting shade.
• If dairy-free, substitute butter and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
• Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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