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A fun twist on a classic lemon bar, these coconut grapefruit bars come together quickly using sweet yet tangy fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice. Don’t use storebought grapefruit juice as it usually contains added sugar which masks the fruit's natural tanginess.
The combination of the citrusy grapefruit topping and the buttery coconuty base creates a delightful contrast that keeps you coming back for more! These are so easy to make and a perfect dessert for a party or potluck. If you’re a fan of citrus desserts, I’m sure you will enjoy these pretty pinky bars. Since grapefruits are naturally milder, so I have added some lemon juice to the curd, making it more tangy. But you can absolutely use just grapefruit juice.
Brush the buttery crust with two egg yolks after blind baking it before adding the topping. This extra step creates not only a more flavourful, glossy finish, but also a barrier that prevents the topping from making the crust soggy.
Coconut and Grapefruit Bars
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- Heat the oven to 200C/400F and line a 23cm square or 23x28cm rectangular pan with baking paper. Toast the coconut in a dry frying pan, stirring regularly until lightly browned.
- Put the butter, flour, salt, sugar, zest and the toasted coconut in a food processor and whizz until the mixture comes together as a dough. Press into the prepared pan as evenly as you can to make a flat base.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden. Use two separated egg yolks from the topping to brush all over the base, then return to the oven for another 5 minutes or until crisp. This step seals effectively the crust, thereby preventing the topping from making the crust soggy.
- For the topping, whisk the 2 egg whites, 2 whole eggs, sugar and flours together until smooth. Whisk in both juices, and a little food colouring, if using, to get a pink, peachy hue.
- Remove the base from the oven and lower the oven temperature to 180C/350F. Give the topping a quick whisk, then pour the topping mixture over the base through a sieve, while the base is still hot. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until the topping is set and doesn’t wobble too much when shaken.
- Remove and sprinkle with the desiccated coconut and cool, then chill for 1 hour until well set. Cut into squares and enjoy!
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38 comments:
...I LOVE grapefruit, but my Statins don't.
Oh, how pretty und colourful they look, bet they are juicy as well. I am currently in the Autumn business of eating tangerines daily, up to three a day.
I'm in! I love coconut and am a big fan of grapefruit too :-D
They do look pretty, a tasty treat.
Thanks for sharing.
Take care, have a great day and happy week ahead.
I am not a big fan of grapefruit, but I could eat coconut any way you serve it to me.
These look wonderful!
Verdaderamente es una dulce tentación, me gusta hasta el color que tiene.
Such a lovely bake, Angie! Coconut and grapefruit sound like a unique and refreshing combination, and these bars look wonderful.
yummy
The sticks are beautifully colored and the taste will definitely be excellent.
Como não gostar de comida de cor laranja? rsrsrsrs
Nova tirinha publicada. 😺
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It's very unusual to use grapefruit, to me, but how refreshing and delicious it looks. Thank you Angie, you sow seeds in my head with all these lovely recipes.
Yum! What a great combination of flavors.
These look delicious.
This looks so yummy
I'm sure there are many who would enjoy these ...
All the best Jan
Gracias por la receta. Te mando un beso.
Bet those are so good!
These looks very refreshing and tasty. They look like a great winter treat or rainy day treat when you need a little sunshine.
These look so delicious! and, a very pretty shade.
ANGIE; Soy Grace. Tengo problema para acceder a los comentarios con mi nombre.
Disculpas.
Te saludo, recuerdo y leo ahora tras un largo viaje.
Riquísima propuesta, la presente de pomelo con coco; dos ingredientes muy sabrosos.
Siempre gracias!
Un gran abrazo.
That's a great tip about the pastry. And these look delicous.
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This sounds very yummy, Angie.
These look refreshing! Awesome to see this recipe!
Beautiful recipe! Thanks so much!
Hello Angie :)
When I do eat grapefruit I have to add sugar because I find them too acidy but I love coconut and I must say the cake looks delicious.
All the best
Sonjia.
Hi Angie,
You always have stunning recipes. This looks too good to eat.
New to me but looks so good. That recipe is truly tempting, and it's brilliant how they've taken the classic bar format and given it that vibrant, tangy grapefruit and coconut twist.
This is a nice twist on lemon bars, one of my favorite desserts!
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Dice así porque se traduce del inglés: Grace.
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Mi afectuoso saludo va para ti.
It looks delicious!....I love grapefruit, and I always eat it fresh!...delicious cake!........Abrazotes, Marcela
These are mouth-watering! Definitely going to try them. Thanks,Angie. Another winner!
Different combination, interesting. Have a good day, Diane
That's so tropical, and yes ...I'm a fan of citrus desserts. I don't mind even as we are into cold wet weather season here...
Coconut and grapefruit sounds like a delicious combinaton
Julia x
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Ooh - I could devour a whole pan of these bars - they look so delicious!
These sound irresistible! Tangy grapefruit curd balanced by a buttery, coconutty base, Yum!
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