Best Chocolate Macaroon Crescent Bars Recipes

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MACAROON BARS



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Guests will never recognize the refrigerated crescent roll dough that goes into these almond-flavored bars. You can assemble these chewy coconut treats in no time. -Carolyn Kyzer, Alexander, Arkansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 4

3-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut, divided
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls

Steps:

  • Sprinkle 1-1/2 cups coconut into a well-greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Combine milk and extract; drizzle half over the coconut. Unroll crescent dough into one long rectangle; seal seams and perforations. Place in pan. Drizzle with remaining milk mixture; sprinkle with remaining coconut. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 85mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHOCOLATE MACAROON BARS



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Here's a nice Christmas treat that takes very little effort. The classic combination of chocolate and coconut is timeless.-Loraine Meyer, Bend, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
6 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
3-3/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the wafer crumbs, confectioners' sugar and butter; press into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In a large bowl, combine the milk, coconut and almonds. Drop by spoonfuls over crust; spread evenly., Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chips and cream; stir until smooth. Drizzle over top. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FUDGY MACAROON BARS



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Anyone with a sweet tooth will make a beeline for my dessert tray when these rich squares show up. They're attractive on the platter and delectable with fudge and coconut. -Beverly Zdurne, East Lansing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces unsweetened chocolate
1 cup butter
2 cups sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
FILLING:
3 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
TOPPING:
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a microwave, melt chocolate and butter; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Stir in the sugar, flour, salt, vanilla and eggs. Spread half of the batter into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. , In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients. Spoon over chocolate layer. Carefully spread remaining chocolate mixture over filling. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until the sides pull away from the pan. Immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Allow chips to soften for a few minutes, then spread evenly over filling. Sprinkle with walnuts. Cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHOCOLATE MACAROON BARS



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Coconut     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large egg whites
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
a 7-ounce bag sweetened flaked coconut (about 2 2/3 cups)
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
hot shortbread base

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • In a bowl whisk together whites, sugar, and vanilla until combined well and stir in flour and coconut. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over hot shortbread. Let chips melt and spread evenly over shortbread. Drop small spoonfuls of coconut mixture onto chocolate and with a fork spread evenly. Bake in middle of oven until top is golden, about 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan and cut into 24 bars. Bar cookies keep, covered, 5 days at room temperature.

CHOCOLATE MACAROON CRESCENT BARS



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I love coconut, and when paired with almond and chocolate, I am in heaven! These tender bars are easy to make and elegant to serve, and heaven to eat. If coconut, chocolate, and almonds are your idea of a perfect trifecta, I know you will enjoy them too!

Provided by Catie B

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 oz one tube crescent dinner rolls
2 c coconut
14 oz can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/4 tsp almond extract
6 oz (1 cup) chocolate chips, milk or semi-sweet, your choice
2 Tbsp peanut butter, or almond butter (well stirred if separated)
1/2 c almonds, sliced or chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375〫Grease a 13x9x2 inch baking pan. Unroll dough into two long rectangles, and place in pan. Press over bottom and 1/2 inch up sides, to form a crust. Sprinkle coconut over crust.
  • 2. Combine almond extract and sweetened condensed milk. Drizzle over coconut. Bake at 375〫for 16 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool.
  • 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips; stir in nut butter of choice. Spread chocolate mixture over bars; sprinkle with almonds. Chill. To serve, cut into 36 bars.

CHOCOLATE MACAROON BARS



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Categories     Cookies     Chocolate     Bake     Picnic

Yield Makes 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 12

For shortbread base
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
For topping
4 large egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 (7-ounce) bag sweetened flaked coconut (about 2 2/3 cups)
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Make shortbread base
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the rack in the middle of the oven.
  • Cut the butter into 1/2-inch pieces. In a food processor, process the butter, flour, sugar, and salt until mixture begins to form small lumps. Sprinkle the mixture into a 13 by 9-inch baking pan, and with a metal spatula, press evenly onto bottom. Bake the shortbread until golden, about 20 minutes.
  • Make Topping
  • In a bowl, whisk together the whites, sugar, and vanilla until combined well and stir in the flour and coconut.
  • Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the hot shortbread. Let chips melt and spread evenly over shortbread base. Drop small spoonfuls of coconut mixture onto the chocolate and spread evenly with a fork. Bake until top is golden, about 30 minutes. Cool completely in pan and cut into 24 bars.
  • Do ahead
  • The BAR COOKIES keep, covered, 5 days at room temperature.

CHOCOLATE CHUNK MACAROON BARS



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Simple, delicious and crowd friendly, this bar was inspired by chocolate-dipped macaroons. A chocolate-chunk cookie base gets topped with a sweet coconut layer and drizzled with additional chocolate for a decadent dessert you won't be able to resist!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h55m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pouch (17.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ double chocolate chunk cookie mix
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
2 cups flaked coconut
2/3 cup canned sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
1/3 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, mix cookie mix, softened butter, water and egg until soft dough forms. Spread dough evenly in bottom of pan. Bake 15 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, mix coconut and sweetened condensed milk. Carefully spoon and spread coconut mixture evenly over partially baked base. Bake 17 to 20 minutes or until coconut is lightly browned. Cool completely, about 2 hours.
  • In small microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips uncovered on High 30 to 60 seconds, stirring halfway through, until chips can be stirred smooth. Spoon into resealable food-storage plastic bag; partially seal bag. Cut small tip from corner of bag; drizzle chocolate over top. Let stand about 1 hour or until chocolate is set. To serve, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows. Store covered in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 25 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 135 mg, Sugar 19 g, TransFat 0 g

RASPBERRY LINZER BARS



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Even though this dessert feels a little sophisticated, it puts a childlike grin on everyone who tastes it. - Holly Cain, St. Petersberg, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/3 cups butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups ground almonds
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup seedless raspberry preserves
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and lemon zest. In another bowl, mix flour, ground almonds and cinnamon; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Press 2 cups dough onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Spread with preserves to within 1/2 in. of edges. Crumble remaining dough over preserves., Bake until lightly browned, 35-40 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars.

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