Description
Tropical, bright, and creamy, these Mango Bars with Coconut Oatmeal Shortbread Crust combine silky mango puree with a chewy coconut-oat crust. Inspired by lemon bars but with a sunny twist, they’re refreshing, tangy-sweet, and perfect for potlucks, parties, or healthy Mexican dessert recipes. Chill, slice, and enjoy a taste of sunshine!
Ingredients
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For the crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, unsweetened
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
For the filling:
- 1 1/2 cups mango puree (fresh or canned)
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional garnish: Powdered sugar, toasted coconut, or thin mango slices.
Instructions
- Preheat & prep: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- Make crust: Mix flour, oats, coconut, melted butter, brown sugar, and salt until crumbly. Press into pan. Bake 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Mix filling: Blend fresh mango chunks or use canned puree. Whisk mango puree, eggs, sugar, lemon juice, cornstarch, and vanilla until smooth.
- Assemble: Pour filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake 25–30 minutes until set and slightly firm.
- Chill & serve: Cool completely, then refrigerate at least 2 hours before slicing. Garnish with powdered sugar or toasted coconut.
Notes
- Prebake the crust: Ensures a crisp base and prevents sogginess.
- Use cornstarch: Helps the mango filling set properly.
- Chill fully: At least 2 hours for clean, neat cuts.
- Flavor boost: Add extra lemon juice/zest for mango lemon bars.
- Variations: Stir in condensed milk + white chocolate for fudge-style bars, or sprinkle toasted coconut on top.
- Healthy swaps: Use almond flour, coconut oil, and honey/agave for a lighter version.
- Storage: Refrigerate up to 5 days. Freeze individually wrapped bars up to 2 months; thaw overnight in fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Keywords: Mango Bars, Coconut Mango Dessert, Mango Puree Recipes, Tropical Mango Bars, Healthy Mexican Dessert, Oatmeal Shortbread Mango Bars, Summer Mango Desserts