Sugar Coconut Tart recipe for dessert | The Easy Way

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil enhances flavor while margarine is often less expensive.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

sweetened shredded coconut

🥗Healthier: unsweetened shredded coconut

💰Cheaper: dried coconut flakes

Unsweetened coconut is healthier, and dried flakes can be more affordable.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a healthier alternative and can be cheaper.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and milk until combined.

Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Press the dough into a tart pan evenly across the bottom and up the sides.

In a separate bowl, mix shredded coconut, sugar, eggs, and spices until well combined.

Pour the coconut mixture into the prepared crust, spreading evenly.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the coconut topping is golden brown.

Remove from oven and let cool before slicing.

Serve at room temperature or chilled.

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