Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted, cooled completely)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Instruction

  • Line 8" square baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, mix together melted butter and sugar. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt and mix well. The dough should be thick.
  • Press the crust dough onto the bottom of prepared pan. Set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together cream cheese and sugar. Add flour, egg and vanilla. Mix well.
  • Stir in coconut.
  • Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust. Spread evenly.
  • Bake cheesecake bars for 33 to 36 minutes or until the center doesn't jiggle anymore and the top is golden.
  • Cool completely before slicing.