Mango Coconut Oat Shortbread Bars (Print-Friendly Version)
Sweet mango and coconut atop a buttery oat crust make for a vibrant, chewy bar with a tropical twist.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Crust
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1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
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½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
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½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
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⅓ cup (70 g) light brown sugar, packed
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¼ cup (20 g) unsweetened shredded coconut
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¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Pinch of salt
→ Mango Filling
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3 large eggs
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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1 cup mango purée (about 2 cups cubed fresh mango, blended)
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¼ cup (60 ml) fresh lime juice
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6 tablespoons (50 g) all-purpose flour, sifted
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Confectioner's sugar for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, letting it hang over the edges for easy removal.
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In a food processor (or mixing bowl), combine oats, flour, butter, brown sugar, shredded coconut, cinnamon, and salt. Pulse or mix until crumbly yet cohesive when pressed. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
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Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and poke holes all over the top with a fork. Let it cool slightly.
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In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until smooth. Fold in the mango purée, lime juice, and sifted flour until just combined.
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Pour the filling over the warm crust. Bake for 32–34 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly. Avoid over-baking to keep a pleasant texture.
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Let the bars cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set fully. Lift the bars out using the parchment, dust the top with confectioner’s sugar if desired, and cut into squares.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Line the baking pan with parchment for easier removal once chilled.
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The center should still jiggle slightly when done—it firms up while cooling.
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Room temperature ingredients ensure seamless mixing and even baking.
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Consider using oats with almond flour or adding a pinch of cardamom for a fragrant twist.
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Toasted coconut flakes or finely chopped pistachios make excellent toppings.