No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream Bars
Light and refreshing no-bake bars layered with a coconut crust, creamy filling, and fresh strawberry topping. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers unsweetened shredded coconut, rolled oats, honey 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 220 calories and feeds 9, 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
- 1 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup, melted coconut oil
- 8 oz, softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups, sliced fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Step 1: Line an 8x8-inch square pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut, 1 cup rolled oats, 1/3 cup honey, and 1/4 cup melted coconut oil. Stir until the mixture is evenly moistened.
- Step 2: Press the coconut-oat mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust layer. Chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to set.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat 8 oz softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Step 4: Add 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the cream cheese and beat until creamy and fully combined.
- Step 5: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Arrange 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh strawberries in a single layer on top.
- Step 6: Refrigerate the bars for at least 3 hours or until firm before slicing into squares and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream Bars take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 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 No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream 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 No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream 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 No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream Bars for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 9 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 9). 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 No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Cream Bars?
American 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.
