The lunch lady used to cook this, and I feared the recipe was lost. Thankfully, I stumbled upon it, and it’s tastier than ever!
If you’re in the mood for a delightful and sweet treat, look no further than this Raspberry Jam Coconut Slice. This recipe combines the goodness of raspberry jam with the richness of shredded coconut to create a mouthwatering dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. In this article, we’ll guide you through the ingredients and step-by-step directions to make this delectable treat. Let’s get started!
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Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Sugar (divided) | 1 cup |
| Eggs | 3 |
| Unsalted butter (cold and cubed) | 1/2 cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
| Raspberry jam | 3/4 cup |
| Shredded coconut | 2 cups |
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup of sugar. Add the cold, cubed butter and blend until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk one egg and the vanilla extract together. Incorporate this mixture into the flour and butter mixture. Press this combined mixture firmly onto the base of the greased baking dish.
- Bake the base for approximately 15-20 minutes or until it acquires a light golden hue.
- Once the base is baked, spread the raspberry jam evenly over it.
- In another bowl, mix the remaining 2 eggs and 1/2 cup of sugar. Fold in the shredded coconut. Layer this coconut-egg mixture on top of the raspberry jam.
- Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the coconut topping turns a beautiful golden color.
- Allow the Raspberry Jam Coconut Slice to cool, then slice it into squares and serve.
Chef’s Tips
- You can easily adjust this recipe to suit the size of your gathering; it’s flexible enough to be doubled or halved.
- Feel free to get creative with variations. You can swap out the raspberry jam for another flavor, or for an extra indulgent touch, drizzle the slice with chocolate.
