“My hubs took one bite, stomped his foot, and said “WOW!!”
These Pineapple Bars are a delightful tropical treat, combining a buttery, crumbly crust with a sweet and tangy pineapple filling, all topped with a luscious coconut icing. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet afternoon snack, these bars are sure to transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise.
Ingredients:
Crust & Topping:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 1½ cups |
| Cold, cubed butter | ¾ cup |
| Sugar | ½ cup |
| Salt | A pinch |
Pineapple Filling:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Large eggs, beaten | 2 |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Sour cream | ½ cup |
| Salt | A pinch |
| All-purpose flour | ½ cup |
| Fresh pineapple, finely sliced or crushed pineapple, drained | ½ of a whole fresh pineapple or 16-ounce can |
Coconut Icing:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Confectioners sugar | 1 cup |
| Half-and-half | 2 tablespoons (adjust as needed) |
| Coconut extract | 1 teaspoon |
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C/Gas Mark 4). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Crust & Topping:
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and cubed butter.
- Mix until the mixture is crumbly.
- Reserve 1 cup of this mixture for the topping.
- Press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Pineapple Filling:
- In another bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, sugar, sour cream, salt, flour, and pineapple.
- Once the crust is slightly cooled, pour the pineapple filling over it.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumble topping over the filling.
- Bake for 60 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool the Bars: Let the bars cool for 15 minutes on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Coconut Icing:
- In a bowl, combine the confectioners sugar, half-and-half, and coconut extract.
- Mix until smooth. Adjust the half-and-half to achieve a thick, drizzle-able consistency.
- Ice and Serve:
- Drizzle the coconut icing over the cooled bars.
- Cut the bars into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
