Ingredients for Coconut Bean Bar
- Navy Beans
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar (divided: 1/2 cup for crust, 1/2 cup for filling)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Eggs
- Nuts
- Coconut
- Vanilla
- Chocolate Chips
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How to Make Coconut Bean Bar
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour an 8x8 inch baking pan.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (drained and rinsed), 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1 cup all-purpose flour. Blend until a smooth mixture forms.
- Press the bean mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- While the crust bakes, prepare the filling: In the same bowl, combine 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 cup shredded coconut, and 1/2 cup rolled oats. Mix until well combined.
- Gently smash some of the coconut milk mixture against the side of the bowl to create a slightly thicker consistency.
- After 20 minutes, remove the crust from the oven and immediately pour the filling evenly over the crust.
- Bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into 2-inch squares.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
37g
Fat
33g
Carbs
6g