Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups (150g) shredded unsweetened coconut
  • ½ cup (1 stick, 113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 (14-ounce) can (397g) sweetened condensed milk
  • ½ cup (120ml) Key lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Spread the shredded coconut on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven until golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  2. Combine the toasted coconut, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake the crust until lightly golden. Let it cool completely before adding the filling.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, Key lime juice, egg yolks, lime zest, and salt until smooth.
  5. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake until the filling is set around the edges but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Let the bars cool completely at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours before slicing and serving.