Coconut and Chocolate Tim Tam Bars
A no-bake dessert inspired by the iconic Tim Tam, featuring a crunchy biscuit base layered with rich coconut-chocolate filling and a glossy chocolate drizzle. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 40 minutes layers digestive biscuits, butter, desiccated coconut into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 200g digestive biscuits
- 100g butter
- 100g desiccated coconut
- 200g dark chocolate
- 200g milk chocolate
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 100g icing sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a 20cm square tin with parchment paper. Crush biscuits into fine crumbs. In a bowl, mix with melted butter and desiccated coconut until evenly combined. Press into the tin and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, melt dark and milk chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a simmering water bath. Stir in cocoa powder and icing sugar until smooth. Add milk and whisk until glossy. Pour over the biscuit base and chill for 1 hour until set.
- Step 3: Cut into 16 squares and drizzle with additional melted chocolate for a glossy finish. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Coconut and Chocolate Tim Tam Bars take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (25 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Coconut and Chocolate Tim Tam Bars?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coconut and Chocolate Tim Tam Bars?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Coconut and Chocolate Tim Tam Bars for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Coconut and Chocolate Tim Tam Bars?
Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
