Hawaiian Chocolate Haupia Bars
These Easy Hawaiian Chocolate Haupia Bars combine creamy coconut, rich chocolate, and crunchy macadamia nuts into a delightful treat that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Crust
- ½ cup granulated sugar sweetness
- 1¾ cups flour structure
- 1 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts crunchy texture
- ¾ cup butter, melted moisture and flavor
Haupia Filling
- ¾ cup cornstarch thickening agent
- ⅔ cup water liquid
- 3 cups milk creaminess
- 2 14 ounce cans coconut milk, full fat rich coconut flavor
- ¼ tsp salt balances sweetness
- 2 cups sugar sweetness
- 1 tbsp coconut extract enhances coconut flavor
Chocolate Layer
- 8 ounces semi-sweet bakers chocolate richness
Garnish
- whipped cream or cool whip creamy topping
- shaved chocolate decorative texture
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven and prepare your baking dish by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and chopped macadamia nuts. Stir until evenly mixed.
- Pour the melted butter into the dry mixture and mix until crumbly.
- Press the crumb mixture into the prepared baking dish evenly.
Baking the Crust
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven until lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
Haupia Filling Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and water, stirring until dissolved.
- Add the milk and coconut milk to the cornstarch mixture, whisking over medium-low heat until the mixture thickens.
- Once thickened, stir in salt, sugar, and coconut extract until fully dissolved.
- Pour the haupia filling over the pre-baked crust.
Chocolate Layer
- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate and pour it over the haupia layer, spreading evenly.
Cooling & Serving
- Allow the bars to cool at room temperature before refrigerating to set.
- Once set, cut into squares or rectangles, garnishing as desired.
Notes
Ensure butter is fully melted before mixing. Whisk continuously while thickening the filling to prevent lumps. Allow bars to cool completely before cutting for cleaner slices.