Pineapple Bliss Bars with Creamy Topping

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.

2.In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, shredded coconut, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined and crumbly.

3.Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden.

4.While the crust is baking, in another bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and creamy.

5.Add the sweetened condensed milk and drained crushed pineapple to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until fully combined and smooth.

6.Once the crust is done baking, remove it from the oven and pour the pineapple cream cheese mixture over the hot crust, spreading it evenly.

7.Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the topping is set and slightly golden on the edges.

8.Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

9.Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the bars to firm up.

10.Cut into squares and garnish with fresh pineapple chunks and chopped walnuts if desired before serving.