Easy Pina Colada Bars
These Easy Pina Colada Bars were inspired by my dad. I was planning a visit after a surgery he had earlier in this year and asked if he wanted me to bring anything special. His request was very specific: Pina Colada Bars. I had never made them, but I love the challenge of coming up with an original recipe, so my wheels started spinning and I created a quick and easy-to-make recipe that would become a hit.
These delicious Pina Colada Bars start off with a sugar cookie crust, then layered with rum-soaked pineapple and cherries, white chocolate, shredded coconut and sweetened condensed milk. Baked till golden brown, cooled and then cut into squares. These would make a great tropical dessert to take to a luau party or family get-together. (You can omit the rum if desired, but the alcohol gets bakes out, so no need to worry really.) I also shared with my husband and his family, and they loved them! These are a “special occasion” treat or “well-earned” indulgence. You can easily make these dairy-free/vegan by using coconut sweetened condensed milk and plant butter. Makes 12 large square bars.
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This Pina Colada Bars would be perfect to serve at a luau party for a tropical dessert.