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    Chocolate Coconut Brownies

    Published: Jul 6, 2022 · Modified: Mar 12, 2024 by Shiran · This post may contain affiliate links · 8 Comments

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    These easy-to-make chocolate coconut brownies are made of three layers: fudgy brownies, crunchy coconut filling, and a thick layer of chocolate ganache. With an option to make them gluten free, these brownies look and taste incredible!

    Fudgy Coconut Brownies

    If you think these brownies look delicious, just wait until you try them! The recipe comes from my talented friend’s blog oogio.net, and consists of three layers of goodness: fudgy brownies, crunchy coconut layer, and a thick layer of smooth chocolate ganache. They taste like Mounds Bars or Almond Joys if you make them gluten free with almond flour, too. My family went crazy for them, and luckily I kept a slice for myself (as I always do), because they were gone in minutes.

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    Table of contents

    • How to make chocolate coconut brownies
      • Make the brownies
      • Make the coconut layer
      • Make the chocolate ganache layer
    • What kind of chocolate should I use?
    • How do I make these brownies gluten-free?
    • More of my favorite brownie recipes

    How to make chocolate coconut brownies

    There are 3 layers to these brownie dessert bars:

    • Fudgy brownies
    • Coconut layer
    • Chocolate ganache

    Make the brownies

    1. Place the chocolate and butter in a large heat-proof bowl, and microwave in 30 second-intervals, stirring in between each interval, until melted.
    2. Add the sugar and whisk until combined.
    3. Add the eggs, one at a time, and whisk just until combined.
    4. Add flour and salt and fold, using a rubber spatula, stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
    5. Pour batter into prepared pan, and smooth the top. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the edges are set but center is still soft, and a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies come out with moist crumbs, and not dry. Let the brownies cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack, before adding the coconut layer.

    Gluten-free alternative: If you want to make these brownies gluten free, you can substitute ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon (80g) cornstarch or ¾ cup (80g) almond flour for the all-purpose flour.

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    Make the coconut layer

    Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until well combined. Spread evenly into the pan, on top of the brownie layer. Bake for 8-10 minutes until set. It should stay bright in color and not brown much. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before adding the chocolate ganache.

    Make the chocolate ganache layer

    Place chocolate and cream in a medium heat-proof bowl, and microwave in 20-30 second-intervals, stirring in between each interval, until melted. Alternatively, set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until melted.

    Pour the ganache evenly over the brownies. Place in the fridge for at least 4 hours until completely set, then cut into squares. The brownies keep well for several days in the fridge in an airtight container.

    Fudgy Coconut Brownies

    What kind of chocolate should I use?

    You can use any kind of dark of bittersweet chocolate for the brownies and the ganache. But the better quality chocolate you use, the better the brownies will taste. This recipe does not use cocoa powder.

    How do I make these brownies gluten-free?

    If you want to make these brownies gluten free, substitute ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon (80g) cornstarch or ¾ cup (80g) almond flour for the all-purpose flour.

    More of my favorite brownie recipes

    • Peanut Butter and Jelly Brownies: Thick, fudgy brownies swirled with ribbons of creamy peanut butter and jelly.
    • Caramel Brownies: Gobs of salted caramel swirled with rich, chocolatey brownies.
    • White Chocolate Chip Brownies: The ultimate chocolate lovers’ brownie.
    • Spice Brownies: Chocolatey, fudgy brownies made with ground cinnamon and ginger for added flavor.
    • Nutella Brownies: It doesn’t get any better than this.
    Fudgy Coconut Brownies
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    Chocolate Coconut Brownies

    Thick, fudgy brownies layered with sweet coconut and a thick layer of rich chocolate ganache. See note for how to make them gluten-free!

    Prep Time 25 minutes
    Cook Time 28 minutes
    Total Time 53 minutes
    YIELD 16 bars

    Ingredients

    Brownies:

    • 200 g/7 oz bittersweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
    • 11 tablespoons (150g) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
    • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs
    • ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon (80g) all-purpose flour (see note for gluten-free option*)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Coconut Layer:

    • ¾ cup (75g) desiccated coconut
    • 3 ½ tablespoons (50g/2 oz) unsalted butter, melted
    • 2 large egg whites
    • 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 2 tablespoons whole milk

    Chocolate Ganache:

    • 100 g/3.5 oz bittersweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
    • 6 tablespoons (90 ml) heavy cream

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350F/175C. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
    2. To make the brownies:

      Place chocolate and butter in a large heat-proof bowl, and microwave in 30 second-intervals, stirring in between each interval, until melted. Alternatively, set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until melted, then remove from heat. Add the sugar and whisk until combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, and whisk just until combined. Add flour and salt and fold, using a rubber spatula, stir just until combined. Do not overmix. Pour batter into prepared pan, and smooth the top. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the edges are set but center is still soft, and a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies come out with moist crumbs, and not dry. Let the brownies cool for 10 minuted on a wire rack, before adding the coconut layer.

    3. Meanwhile, make the coconut layer:

      Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until well combined. Spread evenly into the pan, on top of the brownie layer. Bake for 8-10 minutes until set. It should stay bright in color. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack.

    4. To make the chocolate ganache:

      Place chocolate and cream in a medium heat-proof bowl, and microwave in 20-30 second-intervals, stirring in between each interval, until melted. Alternatively, set the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water, stirring occasionally, until melted. Pour ganache evenly over the brownies. Place in the fridge for at least 4 hours until completely set, then cut into squares. The brownies keep well for several days in the fridge in an airtight container.

    Recipe Notes

    *For gluten free brownies, substitute ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon (80g) cornstarch or ¾ cup (80g) almond flour for the all-purpose flour.

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    1. Nomy says

      October 19, 2017 at 1:18 pm

      Great pictures Shiran! Thank you for your recipes, Nomy

      Reply
    2. Teresa says

      August 04, 2018 at 9:29 am

      Hi. I was planning to make this recipe but noticed one thing, you mentioned to stir in vanilla in making the brownies but there’s no vanilla in the ingredients for the brownies? What is the measurement of thevanilla for the brownies pls?

      Reply
      • Shiran says

        August 05, 2018 at 10:56 am

        Hi Teresa, actually there’s no vanilla extract in the recipe, so the mistake is in the instructions. Sorry about that!

        Reply
    3. 2pots2cook says

      February 09, 2019 at 12:09 pm

      So happy to find you 🙂

      Reply
      • Muriel says

        February 25, 2023 at 6:47 pm

        I’m baking mines for over 30mins because there’s bubbles everywhere and it’s not looking cooked/baked at all. Follow the ingredients to the tee but still having issues.

        Reply
    4. Salsabeel says

      February 29, 2020 at 6:50 am

      Can we use bittersweet chocolate chip cookies instead ?

      Reply
    5. Hena Abdul Rahiman says

      April 26, 2020 at 3:39 pm

      Tried it and came out really good.. it’s a very easy recipe to follow and thank you so much

      Reply
    6. Shaifali Jain says

      November 23, 2020 at 10:14 am

      Hey! Is there any alternative to eggs ?

      Reply

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