Easy Coconut Brownies (with Toasted Topping)

These Chocolate Coconut Brownies are chewy and fudgy topped with sweet flaked coconut.  It’s a great twist on a classic dessert!

I’d like to dedicate these fudgy Chocolate Coconut Brownies to my loving husband.

For the longest time, my husband always claimed that he wasn’t a coconut fan.  He refused to try anything with coconut in it.  Then, a couple of years ago, we were on the beach in Jamaica and everyone ordered a Pina Colada.  At first he refused but then finally gave in. He loved them!  Maybe it was just the setting.  Maybe it was that anything tastes good after you’ve had enough rum.  But, after that, he was more open to trying more things with Coconut in them (I think Samoas were next) and he found that he really enjoyed them!

Chocolate Coconut Brownies

So, it is in honor of him and his evolving taste buds that I offer up this Chocolate Coconut Brownie recipe.  As much as I love brownies (who doesn’t?), they can sometimes be a little too rich.  What I like about this idea is that the coconut topping is nice and light and sweet and it lightens things up a bit. It gives it a toasty note that really balances out the chocolate.

How To Make Chocolate Coconut Brownies

This recipe is SO easy! Simply make your brownie batter and top with the coconut topping.

Chocolate Coconut Brownies Ingredients

For the brownies:

• 1 stick butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder, sifted
• ½ cup all-purpose flour, sifted in a large bowl
• 2 eggs
• Pinch salt
• ¼ tsp baking powder

For the topping:

• ¼ cup butter, softened (about ½ stick)
• ¼ cup cocoa powder, sifted
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened – your choice)

Notes, Tips and FAQs

• IN A HURRY?– This recipe will work with your favorite boxed Chocolate Brownie Recipe as well. Just add the coconut topping to it!
• TOAST COCONUT– Add some extra flavor by toasting your coconut in the oven. Simply put it on a baking sheet and throw it in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
• ADD CHOCOLATE CHIPS–  Make this a double chocolate extravaganza dessert by adding in chocolate chips of your choice!
• ADD NUTS– Add chopped walnuts or pecans for some added flavor or texture.
• WHAT TO EAT THESE WITH– Serve with a cold glass of milk. Or, even better, a dollop of vanilla ice cream!

These Coconut Chocolate Brownies are great for anytime of the year but they could be perfect during the holiday season.  The coconut flakes can resemble snowflakes on the ground.  There is just something about the taste of chocolate and coconut together that I just love.  I think it is the combination of the rich chocolate and the smooth coconut.  I hope you enjoy them!

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Chocolate Coconut Brownies

These Chocolate Coconut Brownies are chewy and fudgy topped with sweet flaked coconut. It’s a great twist on a classic dessert!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword brownies, coconut

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Servings 9 Brownies

Calories 198 kcal

Ingredients

For The Brownies

• 1 stick butter
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup cocoa powder sifted
• ½ cup all-purpose flour sifted in a large bowl
• 2 eggs
• Pinch salt
• ¼ tsp baking powder

For The Topping

• ¼ cup butter softened (about ½ stick)
• ¼ cup cocoa powder sifted
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1 cup shredded coconut sweetened or unsweetened – your choice
• Chocolate Coconut Brownies Instructions

Instructions

For The Brownies

1. Coat a 9×9 square pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
3. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sugar and whisk.
4. Add cocoa powder until well combined. Remove saucepan from heat.
5. Pour your melted chocolate mixture into your bowl of flour. Mix thoroughly.
6. Whisk in eggs.
7. Add salt and baking powder. Mix thoroughly.
8. Pour brownie batter into coated pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. Allow to cool.

For The Topping

1. Place butter, cocoa powder, honey and confectioners’ sugar in a large bowl.
2. Use an electric mixer to beat thoroughly. Start on slow and gradually increase to high.
3. Once ingredients are well-combined, use an offset spatula to frost the brownies.
4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and roast the shredded coconut for approx. two minutes. Sprinkle the roasted coconut on top of the brownies.
5. Cut the brownies into 9 squares

Nutrition Facts

Chocolate Coconut Brownies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 198

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.