I’m thrilled to share this recipe with you today! I’ll admit, I nearly devoured every single one of these creamy coconut-lime squares myself… they’re *that* good. I had to stop myself from eating them all because, trust me, I could have!
Earlier this year, my dear friend Shelly released her cookbook, and it’s packed with incredible recipes I can’t wait to try! Some of my favorites on the list include her peanut butter cup-filled brownie cookie sandwiches, gooey salted caramel chocolate chip cookie bars, s’mores fudge squares, buffalo ranch snack mix, Monte Cristo pizza, and her bacon and pea pasta. It’s a perfect mix of sweet and savory recipes, making it a must-have for any cookbook collection.
Now, let’s dive into these creamy coconut-lime squares—they’re absolutely dreamy!
### Here’s how to make them:
1. **Prepare the Pan**: Line an 8-inch square pan with foil and generously coat it with baking spray.
2. **Coconut Oil Note**: If you’re in a warm climate (like Florida, where I am), you might need to refrigerate the coconut oil first to solidify it.
3. **Make the Crust**:
– In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine coconut oil, salt, and powdered sugar. Use the paddle attachment to mix until smooth.
– Add flour and coconut flakes, and mix until the texture becomes crumbly.
– Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it down evenly.
– Bake at 350°F for 15–20 minutes.
4. **Prepare the Filling**:
– Clean the mixer bowl, then whisk together egg yolks and milk.
– Add freshly squeezed lime juice and lime zest to the mixture. (I love zesting limes—the smell is amazing!) The lime zest adds a pop of green color to the filling.
5. **Assemble and Bake**:
– Once the crust is baked, pour the lime mixture over it.
– Bake for another 10–15 minutes.
6. **Cool and Chill**:
– Let the squares cool for about 20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting and serving.
The result? These delightfully creamy, coconut-lime squares that are bursting with flavor. I absolutely love this recipe—and Shelly’s cookbook! It’s definitely worth checking out.
**Disclosure**: I received a review copy of the *Cookies & Cups* cookbook from the publisher. As always, all opinions are my own, and I only share products or recipes I truly love. (This post contains affiliate links.)
