Tart low carb key lime bars made with coconut milk and coconut oil for a delicious tropical treat. Dairy-free and gluten-free. And a fantastic giveaway from Keurig Green Mountain coffee!
Key limes are funny little things. They are so tiny and tart, and they are definitely harder to cook and bake with than conventional limes. At least, they are if you squeeze them by hand. It took me a whole bag to get enough juice to make some low carb key lime bars. So, ahem, you may have noticed that the limes in the photos for this recipe are the larger conventional Persian limes. Yeah, that’s because I had to use every little bit of those cute little key limes for the juice. But you know what? It’s totally worth it. They have that incredible tart-sweet flavour that whisks you away to the tropics at the first taste. Combine it with coconut and it doesn’t matter that you live in New England and there is still snow on the ground, you find yourself basking in a sunny warm glow.
Keurig Green Mountain coffee also has a new limited edition seasonal flavour that has the same affect. I am typically not one for flavoured coffee, but their new Island Coconut is a tropical dream. It comes in both k-cups and ground coffee and it is available starting March 24th for a limited time to welcome in Spring. If you struggled with this miserable winter like I did, it’s a real treat to wake up in the morning and get a little taste of the tropics. And I have to be honest, if you drink a mug of Island Coconut while munching on a Key Lime Coconut Bar, you’re in tropical heaven. I was supposed to create a recipe WITH the coffee, but I like it so much, I’d rather drink it on its own. So I created a recipe that pairs well with it instead.
And Keurig Green Mountain wants to give you the chance to win a Keurig one-cup coffee maker and some Island Coconut k-cups. There are also 2 second-prizes of the bagged Island Coconut coffee, so get in there . This giveaway is being hosted by 10 New England/New York area bloggers and you have plenty of chances to win!
These bars ended up being dairy-free almost by accident. I realized I was nearly out of whipping cream, but that I did have a can of coconut milk in my cupboard. Since I intended them to be a key lime coconut combo anyway, I figured it was the perfect solution. My original intention was to make some of my low carb condensed milk but instead I simply simmered the coconut milk with the sweetener for a little bit and then thickened it up with some xanthan gum. A little coconut oil in the base instead of butter allowed me to make them fully dairy-free and really enhanced the coconut flavour. And I will be honest, I really did eat these for breakfast a few times, along with a cup of my Island Coconut coffee. And for those few precious moments, I could close my eyes and pretend I was lying in a hammock strung between two coconut trees with a gentle breeze rustling by. Then my kids got up and it was back to reality. Ah well, a girl can dream, right?
GIVEAWAY: Closed.
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 tbsp coconut flour
- 1/4 cup Swerve Sweetener
- Pinch salt
- 1/4 cup Kelapo coconut oil melted
- 1 15- oz can full fat coconut milk
- 2/3 cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
- 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
- 1/2 cup Key Lime juice
- Zest of 2 Key Limes
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup unsweetened flaked coconut lightly toasted
- 2 tbsp powdered Swerve Sweetener
- For the crust, preheat oven to 325F.
- In an 8x8 inch square pan, combine almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener and salt. Stir to mix well.
- Drizzle with melted coconut oil and stir until well combined, then press firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes, until just golden brown. Remove and let cool while preparing filling.
- For the filling, combine coconut milk and powdered sweetener in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to just a boil, stirring to dissolve sweetener.
- Sprinkle surface with xanthan gum and whisk vigorously to combine. Let cool at least 15 minutes.
- Stir in lime juice lime zest and eggs and pour over cooled crust.
- Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until filling is just set but the very center jiggles slightly when shaken.
- Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
- Sprinkle with flaked coconut and powdered sweetener.
Serves 16. Each serving has 6 g of carbs and 2 g of fiber. Total NET CARBS = 4 g.
161 Calories; 15g Fat (77.7% calories from fat); 3g Protein; 6g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 27mg Cholesterol; 24mg Sodium.
Rachel says
Never been a fan of key lime, but my type 2 diabetic mom and grandma both love it, so I’ll have to try it out
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says
Oh boy! These look incredible. I love that you kinda suggest having them for breakfast! I don’t mind if I do 🙂
Carla says
LIGHT LONG HOT NIGHTS!!!!
Sjanette Vd Sluijs Lodder says
Ow, I want to make these!! One question: can I sub the coconut milk for unsweetend Almond milk or Heavy cream?
Carolyn says
You’d need about half of each to get the right consistency. Just almond milk would be too thin and just heavy cream would be too thick.
Katharine says
I’ve never made anything with key limes but used to loooove key lime pie! Looks great.
David @ Spiced says
These look amazing! I’m a huge fan of anything lemon and lime in bar form…and then you went and added coconut. I’ll take two, please!
Mary P says
My favorite thing about spring is seeing everything coming back to life. The trees, flowers etc.
Marie says
I cannot wait to try these, they look yummy.
Ginger says
Can’t wait to try your new recipe! I love Key Lime and coconut and have been looking for an awesome sugar free version of Key Lime Bars. Thanks so much!
vickie says
My favorite thing about Spring is the sense of renewal, trees and plants are budding, my daffodils greet me every morning and when I come home from work. Hope.
Ashley G says
Oh my gosh, I LOVE key lime and so does my dad! I WILL be making these 😀 And looking for this coffee!
Rhonda says
My favorite thing about Spring is seeing the new buds on the tree and shrubs that have been bare for months. It is the promise of good things to come!
Theresa says
OMG these sound absolutely incredible!! Can’t wait to try these…must get some key lumes ASAP!!
Jan says
My favorite thing about spring (other than the warming temps) is when the trees just start leafing out and the leaves are a variety of pale, shimmering green.
Lisa Thomas says
My favorite thing about spring is everything blooming and the color returning.
candace says
Love key lime. Love tropical. Love coconut. Love. Love. Love.
Maureen says
These look great! My husband is not a fan of chocolate (can you believe such a thing?) so I am happy to find a low carb treat he will like!
Jennifer F. says
My favorite thing about spring is getting to meet our first child! We’re due any day now 🙂
Carolyn says
Ohhhh, congrats! and good luck!
Darla says
Warmer temps!!
Tonya says
Sounds yummy!
Steph says
These look amazing!!! I would love to test these out! 🙂 Just need me some swerve.. 😉
Elaine says
Man, this is a great give away. I certainly hope I am selected to get this Keurig machine, or just the green coffee would be fine too. Love your blog and your recipes.
Kathy says
I am going to make these today!!
Karen says
My favorite thing about spring is the warming temperatures. It’s been a long winter! Wish there were more ways to enter for those not on facebook.
Kathy says
More hours of daylight and sunshine!!!
tammy scharmer says
Seeing the grass again and leaving my Windows open
Colleen Gorman says
Favorite thing about Spring – the end of Winter. I love the new green of trees budding out especially willows.
Amanda M says
We love being able to get out and go for walks to the park.
Kim says
I cannot wait to try these! What a great welcome-to-spring treat!
Donella says
These look so good! I have no idea why, but I have a negative reaction to Swerve when I use it. Do you think I could sub xylitol or erythritol and still get a good result? Thanks for all you do!
Carolyn says
Sure. Xylitol would be fine. Swerve is mostly erythritol so if you have a reaction, I wouldn’t use that.
Esther R. says
I love your recipes and this one uses coconut milk . YAY!!! I am very ready for spring flowers and garden planting.
Melissa says
I can’t wait to make these! I LOVE coconut!
Catherine Griffice says
Spring just lifts my spirits, I love seeing the fresh new living things!!
Joy McGhee says
Warm weather!
Pattie Vanderploeg says
Would love to try this! Limes are awesome!
Judy Golden says
My favorite thing about Spring has to be the beautiful flowers in bloom.
Sherri says
These look so yummy. Perfect spring recipe.
Elayne says
Love! Not sure what swerve sweetener is? Any substitution there? Thanks!
Carolyn says
It’s a low carb sweetener.
Shari says
Looks amazing! Heading to the store now for coconut milk!
Alejandra says
They look good!
Kay Little says
All the trees and flowers start blooming!
Dee Fedor says
My favorite thing about spring is being able to work the soil in my garden! Been a LONG winter here in MI!
Jolene says
Aaaaahhhhh, spring! These look delicious and I have everything on hand! Yippee!!
Kathleen says
The best thing about spring is that the snow will be going away!
Brandi Davis Bryant says
I love the little pops of sunshine from the daffodils. I would love to win one…I would give it to my mom (shhh she wants one). Thanks for the giveaway. Good luck everyone.
Melissa says
I love the smell of spring…fresh, new, and sweet. I also enjoy the longer hours of sunlight yet still having some of the cooler temperatures. 🙂
Michele says
Can’t wait to make these! Fell in love with Key Lime Pie 13 years ago on my honeymoon in Key West.
Shannon says
My favorite thing about spring is the longer days and the spring flowers! Love!
Megan says
These look so amazing! Perfect way to welcome spring. You are brilliant!
tea says
Our lemon tree is just loaded right now — and fragrant citrus skin is one of my favorite things about Spring. I adore limes, but we’ve only got a new tiny tree (not yet planted) so I may have to make a substitution.
Lemon bars are the BEST. Lime bars are even BETTER. And dairy free will make the vegans in my life happy – thanks!
Carolyn says
They do still have 2 eggs so aren’t totally vegan, just FYI.
JAMIE says
Green grass and blooming trees.
Ronnie M says
Tulips – and opening the windows to air out the house!!
Kathy says
Can’t wait for Spring or these bars. My yard work will have to wait until I get these made!
Katie says
woah, I might actually try this out, it looks pretty easy to make. And I can bring it to classss!
joyce shea says
I am pretty lucky as i get to experience spring like weather a good portion of the year as i live in . s. florida. but love to hear from my up north peeps about the trees and flowers blooming as i do miss the changes of the season.
Anna B says
This sounds delicious!! This is going on my ‘gotta try it soon’ list!
crazywoman/Billie says
Love your blog!
Thanks for hosting the giveaway! Would love to win a Keurig!
Hope says
Nothing says spring like key lime!
Cathy O. says
Open windows and fresh air!
Shannon says
Favorite thing about spring? Warm, sunny days and flowers.
Angela says
The bars with the coffee sound so good!
Gary says
My favorite thing about spring is all the wonderful colors popping up from seemingly nowhere as all things coming out of hibernation are attracting attention
Angela says
And my favorite thing about spring is the perfect weather
Stacy says
I love Spring…living here in Florida, we do experience spring…new leaves, a different color of blue to the sky, Gardenias about to bloom. SPRING VACATION is pretty nice, too, even for a homeschooling mom!
Kimberly C says
Those bars look delicious!! My favorite thing about spring is definitely the warm weather!!
Frodosdojo says
The weather change and the trees and plants in bloom !
Mindy says
Wow another amazing recipe for my to do list! I love springs, warmer days and cool nights(at least in California) and the Easter bunny of course!
Kat says
Yum!
Believe it or not, I love Spring because I seem to get motivated to clean and purge. Such a good feeling.
Jessica w says
I love the warm weather, the shining sun, and all of the cookouts
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
Love the coconut lime combination! Perfect for spring!
Jeanne Willmott says
Love Spring… the freshness of the air, being able to go back to walking outside and the spring flowers are awesome!!! Would love to win the Keurig Coffee Maker as I have always wanted one but still do not have one. Making one cup at a time is the best way to enjoy coffee – fresh each cup!
Debbie Jennings says
Spring….when I can open up doors and windows without worrying about the flies I fight all summer. lol The bars sound wonderful…thanks!
Christina says
Love the new spring flowers and the freshness of the season.
Jennifer K says
Warmer weather and daffodils!
Jen Pearse says
Looks AHHHHH-MAZING! LOVE spring…fav thing??? Taking my kiddo to the park, FLIP-FLOPS…PEDICURES & iced coffees… LOVE my Keurig & have about WORN IT OUT! Thank you for the chance to win a new one!!!
Ariel S. says
Love the afternoon sun in early spring =)
Iya says
My favorite thing about spring is the warmer weather! I can’t stand the cold, so all my workouts throughout the winter have been indoors. Finally, I can run outside again!
Chris Cox says
I love it when the flowers start to come up and bud on the trees – so pretty after a long grey winter!
Gina Belle says
This sounds delicious! Not heard of Swerve, could I use Agave instead? Favorite part of spring, I’d say the weather. Warm air, clear skies, everything is green and blooming. It’s a beautiful time of year!
Carolyn says
You really need a granulated sweetener for this. Agave would introduce too much liquid in the crust. It would probably work in the filling, though.
Sarah Hutson says
The sunshine and a soft breeze!
DIANE says
Gina Belle, You really should avoid agave – it’s been proven to be even worse than high fructose corn syrup. Carolyn, will regular cane sugar or coconut palm sugar work in this recipe, since they are granulated?
Louanne says
These are my dream come true! Can’t wait to make them 🙂
Fave part of spring is opening my windows and listening to the sweet sound of wind chimes and bird calls.
Alexia says
This sounds weird but the smell… I used to work in a greenhouse and I love the smell of planting and the plants growing. 🙂
Christina M says
My favorite thing about spring is getting to “refresh” my yards after the freezing winter!
Michelle Matos says
Love the coconut coffee! My favorite thing about Spring is all the flowers blooming. Everything just smells cleaner too.
Nita Golden says
Best parts of spring are being able to ditch the coat and having lengthier days!
Diane says
Looks delish! I have a 14oz can of coconut cream – 17g of fat per serving – five servings per can. Ingredients: coconut cream, water, .005% sodium metabisulfite (as preservative). Do you know if this would work for the 15oz full fat coconut milk? I’ve never used either. Thanks!
Carolyn says
Hmmm, I think it might be too thick. You may need to add some more water to get it to the right consistency.
Kate says
These look delicious. I love lime and coconut together. My favorite thing about spring is more daylight.
tara pittman says
I get to wear shorts in the spring
Jordan says
I love anything with coconut 🙂
Mona says
The colors
Michelle Hochstedler says
My favorite part of spring is being able to wear flip flops and no coats!
Greg says
The weather!
Donna Poole says
I enjoy the longer days! Gives me time to get out and take pictures. This recipe sounds really good.
Eric says
I love key limes, and these bars sound great. Just wish your Give Aways were more friendly to those of us who aren’t on facebook, for whatever reason. Is Rafflecopter owned by facebook?
Carolyn says
Hi Eric…no, Rafflecopter isn’t owned by FB. But most bloggers are on FB and so we tend to make those optional entries. But you do get 5 entries just for commenting…did you fill out that part?
Rebecca says
Looks yummy!! 😀
Bonnie says
Mmm…looking forward to this one! 🙂
Pat says
mmmmmmmmm, key lime, YUM!
cherith says
Going outside with my boys, hands down, outside!!!
Stacy | Wicked Good Kitchen says
Gorgeous Key lime bars, Carolyn!
Jara Christensen says
My favorite thing about spring is the green sprouting up!
Jennifer says
blooming flowers are my favorite part of spring
Fernie says
Gorgeous.. Thank you……
Rebekah Shaver says
My favorite thing about Spring is warm sunshine and the smell of FRESH sheets on the clothesline. 🙂
Jane says
I’m putting it on my list of recipes to try!
Valerie Grassi says
Oh I cannot wait to try these! Thanks for posting. 🙂
Carolyn says
My husband was just longing for Key Lime Pie tonight! Maybe I’ll make these for both of us. I’m not sure he’d like the coconut flavor, though.
Carolyn says
Well bother. I see you need powdered swerve. Will granular work? Can you powder the granular in a blender?
Carolyn says
Powdered Swerve is coming! I was told in the next few weeks. IN the meantime, people have said they had good luck in coffee grinders and magic bullets.
Carolyn says
Feel free to use cream in the filling.
Heather says
I’m obsessed with coconut.. looks amazing!
Susan says
Love the warm weather, the sunshine, the smell of the air!
Christina A says
These look amazing. New to your blog – I’ll have to try these, I’ve been trying to expand my repertoire of paleo baked goods.
Carolyn says
Hi Christina…you should check out this post I wrote on gluten and grain-free breads. Lots of good stuff in there! https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/2014/03/21-grain-free-bread-recipes-you-need-to-try.html
Peggy says
Carolyn- Do you have any of your own cookbooks for sale and if so how can I order them?
Carolyn says
I do not…yet. I’ve been planning one for a long time but finding the time to work on it has been very difficult.
Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says
Love the bright flavors in these bars Carolyn – definitely a welcome treat after such a long winter!
Maria says
Love Key Lime ANY thing! Must. Try. To. Not. Eat. All. In. One. Sitting!
Noreen says
My favorite thing about Spring is when the forsythia is in bloom!
Rae says
Love that, I always think of my mother when I see those; saying, “forsythia, it’s the first sign of Spring” : )
Carolyn says
Totally true. Forsythia is always the first thing that blooms here!
Theresa S says
My favorite things about Spring are maxi dresses and flip flops!
Krystle says
the weather!!
Kassandra says
The best thing about spring is dusting my bike off, tuning it up, and taking a ride…then riding every day after that until it gets cold again.
Susie says
My husband loves key lime. Cool giveaway,
Susie
Susie says
My husband loves key lime. Cool giveaway and my favorite thing about Spring of course is Harley riding. 🙂 Still snowing here though.
Susie
Marcia says
My hubby loves key lime! Wish I had someone to cook all these wonderful recipes for me!!
Lisa says
My favorite time of the year is spring with all the flowers blooming. Beautiful.
Caryn Crowston says
Love the key lime bars
Deanna B. says
Low carb key lime, thank you!!! You just made my day
Shelby W. says
Sounds like a recipe I’ll have to try!
sandy s says
Looks and sounds great cannot wait to try it
Laurie L says
Can’t wait to try this one. 🙂
Rae says
My favorite things about Spring are observing new life, warmer weather, and celebrating Easter with my family!
Heather Wells says
Love the sunshine!
Becca from It's Yummi! says
Springtime happiness = daffodils, daisies, and open windows!
laura says
can’t wait for spring and to get back out on my bike! this recipe will help make the weather seem warmer
Stephanie says
Looks good!
Yankee Kitchen Ninja (Julianne) says
Love the key lime and coconut combo!
Beth Endres says
The Greenness coming back to the landscape. Hate the gray-brown ugliness at the end of winter. And Spring/Summer cocktails!
Sara Hawker says
Excited that I have everything to make this!
Debra Schramm says
My favorite thing about spring is warmer weather and a beach trip to Panama City Beach, FL!
Betty Anne says
Gardening and key lime bars–what could be better!!
Rebecca says
Yum! What a perfect recipe for Spring!
Charlotte Dawson says
These bars look wonderful ! Could you give the sugar count as I am trying to limit the amount that I consume? (not easy) I really enjoy your post. Thanks
My favorite thing about Spring ? Losing the socks and getting out the sandals!!
Carolyn says
I am sorry, my software doesn’t calculate sugars. But you can enter the ingredients into My Fitness Pal or some other online calculator.
Louise says
Sounds wonderful I will be trying it!
Mackenzie says
My favorite thing about Spring is hearing the birds chirping outside my window in the morning. And just seeing the SUN and flowers bloom.
downthelanegirl says
No snow!!!!!!!!!
Frankie says
I love watching the pine trees show their pale green new growth. It is so lovely against the darker green of the older needles.
Daisy says
Love the warm sun and fresh air of springtime, and eating Lime Bars!!
Christine Mayfield says
My favorite thing about spring is the sunshine! Everything is new again
Mary Anna says
I work at a garden center, so my favorite part of spring is definitely seeing all the bulbs come up, as well as getting back to work and seeing all my favorite customers.
These bars look really good! Will have to find some key limes soon and make them. 🙂
Shaina says
Those are gorgeous!
Rebecca {foodie with family} says
Oh yum and a half! This is such a springy dessert! I want!!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes) says
These bars are awesome. I love anything key lime flavored and with coconut, this is a true winner!
Terry says
No more snow, sunshine, flowers and green everywhere!!!!
alison @ Ingredients, Inc. says
fabulous looking! I love the combination of key lime and coconut. Brilliant! I love that keurig
Anita D. says
I love the flowers in bloom during Spring! These bars look mighty tasty too! So refreshing! 🙂
Debi says
The bars look really yummy….all of your recipes are soooo good. Would love to win the Keurig and the Island coffee flavor sounds yummy too. Thanks for the chance to win
DIANE says
The best part about spring is the return of Island Coconut coffee, and it will be great with these bars – can’t wait to make them! Now if only the Rafflecopter would work….
DIANE says
Hurray — now it’s working!
Vivian says
The best part about spring is the beautiful trees start to bud, the crocus poke up through the ground with the tulips and the robins come back, then you know it is spring in these parts.
Briana says
I love the way these bars look. What a great spring dessert. Can’t wait to try them!
Teri K says
Gardening!
D Stevens says
When the flowers start popping up I know the snow is almost over ~ 🙂
Jeanne Willmott says
Love Spring – time to get out and start walking again, gardening and GOLF!
Nance says
I LOVE YOUR BLOG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
**U**
Nance
Spring??? Whats not to like.
I love it all, well for the 2 weeks we have it here in Las Vegas.
LOLOLOL
Betty Bender says
I am going to try these tomorrow!! (SO Excited!)
My favorite thing about spring is watching the yard wake up – bulbs planted last year poke up through the soil, roses that have been trimmed leaf out, fruit trees bloom, birds come back from their winter nesting places, butterflies begin to show up, the hummingbird feeder comes alive! I also LOVE the feeling you get as you realize that each day is a little longer, sunrise a little earlier, aspenglow a little later. Definitely an exciting, beautiful time of year!
Dita MacDonald says
Can’t wait to try another of your GREAT recipes!!!!!!!
suzi says
My favorite spring thing is smelling the hyacinths! And just being outdoors is lovely too!
Angie Jerde says
Living in MN with this horrible any sign of spring would be great! I would love to soak up a little sun and warmth..the longer days are a perk as well : )
Angie Jerde says
*horrible winter
Vickie says
My favorite thing about spring is all the green…….leaves, grass. 🙂
Julieanne says
I always love the bright splashes of color around my yard! I love flowers…but I also don’t have pollen allergies. 🙂
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
Not having to wear layers of clothes is my favorite thing about Spring 🙂 I love anything key lime! Thanks for the great giveaway!!
Gail says
Spring, that great time of the year! Thoughts that turn to love, NOT, ok, maybe spring cleaning? NO. How about those Lime Coconut Bars with a cup of the Island Coconut Coffee? Can I get the servant to bring me some while I swing in the hammock?
Carolyn, you are right, what a lovely way to start the day.
Living in FL doesn’t make spring so important as elsewhere, but it does bring several days of nice temperate dry weather that makes us remember why we live in good ole sunny Florida! Enjoy the lime coconut bars and I’ll have my coffee over ice with cream. Now I’m in heaven!
mysweetiepiepie says
My favorite thing about spring is starting my veggie garden.
Jovan B. says
The fresh breeze coming through my apartment.
Bree says
Wow – this Key Lime Bars look awesome! I am an absolute tropical fruit fanatic but being diabetic makes that difficult at the best of times. However, your bars have made my obsession very possible – thanks! And Spring – it is my favorite season of all. Everything is starting to get green and the flowers smell wonderful and the SNOW and ICE are gone – or will be soon since I leave in the frigid north where it can still snow in May! So your Key Lime bars and that fantastic Island coffee would do 2 things – help me deal with the end of winter and rush me into spring. Thanks very much Carolyn.
Pam says
My favorite thing about Spring is that it’s not Winter!
Martha says
Oh yes, some key lime bars and some coffee, maybe a frappacino.
leesers says
I absolutely love key lime. I cannot wait to try this!!!
leesers says
The best part of spring is when the baby cows are born. They run around like they were little cats and dogs. They don’t know they will soon be too big to be able to play like that. I love to watch them have so much fun.
Sonja says
Spring is a beautiful time to see flowers..
JennCutt says
Favorite thing about spring is being able to open the windows and let the breeze through. These look really good and can’t wait to try them. Thanks!
Kerri says
I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Rebecca R. says
My favorite thing about spring is much like many others, especially after this year’s winter – the snow is gone! I like it a little deeper into the season, after the seeds have been sown, and little wispy sprouts start to spring forward in the garden, as well as when the trumpet vine begins to green out and bud…
Heidi says
Sunshine and flowers
Kimberly says
I love the huge temperature fluctuation that lets you be super warm in the sunshine of the day, and still snuggle down in your blankets for the night.
Denise C says
I love any lime and will give these bars a try. Just made lemon bars last week! Citrus just sounds so good right now!
Erin R. says
My FAVORITE thing about spring is all of the beautiful colors that are popping up all over the place. And I just love the fresh flavors of spring also- lime, lemon, asparagus…the list goes on and on!
Dawn L. says
My favorite thing about spring is the warmer weather & sunshine
Dee says
My mom LOVES key lime. She also LOVES good coffee!
patricia says
Oh m gosh, do these bars ever look good. Will definitely have to try them.
M says
Mangoes – but they are not low carb…maybe a recipe challenge/request Carolyn? And using Ataulfo/Champange mangoes.
Debbie Bray says
warmer weather
Maria Z says
More time for baking!
Kris in Alaska says
Yummy!
Flowers, grass and anything NOT white like snow!
Brenda says
Sunshine and color! Making these bars soon, they look great.
Nancy Musser says
After this LONG winter…I love EVERYTHING about Spring!!
April says
Favorite thing about Spring is Spring Cleaning! I need to purge STUFF. And I love Key Lime Pie soooo (grew up in FL and now live in MN). I’m going to go make these right now!!!
abbi williams says
lemon is spring…hello? yes! love the flavor and color. its like the new apple a day rule.
Kiesha Newsom says
My favorite thing about spring is that sense of clean and new. I love spring cleaning, planting things, renovations on our starter home. All in spring 🙂
These key lime bars look delicious, can’t wait to try. Thanks!
Pam says
My favorite thing about spring? All the flowers that pop out and the warm temps! Looking forward to tasting these. They are currently cooling in the refrigerator. I love every recipe of yours that I have tried. Thanks so much!
Peggy says
Carolyn- do you have any of your own cookbooks for sale? Love your blog.
Carolyn says
Not yet!
Kris says
I love when everything greens up and flowers start blooming. Also love the warmer temperatures.
Lanita says
All the beautiful shades of green as the trees get new leaves, and the grass and flowers start to grow!
Stephanie Wagner says
My favorite thing about spring is the warmer weather!
Miranda says
Clear sidewalks for running, and not having to bundle up to go outside.
Misty says
Can’t wait to try these! I love all of the fresh green colors of spring.
sabrina says
Just found your blog while looking for new low-carb resources. Can’t wait to read more!
Julie B. says
Longer days, and seeing bulbs bursting out of the ground makes me so happy.
Tami says
Oh my word!!!! Key Lime Coconut Bars and a cup of coffee made in my new Keurig coffee maker (I am winning by the way!)….what a combination!!!!
Tami says
Oh…I forgot to state my favorite thing about spring!!!! I love all the flowers that are blooming…my daffodils starting blooming during one of our late snows…and the birds singing!!!! All this new birth…but none equals the new birth found in our Lord…and we celebrate Easter in the spring…the new life He gives us is the BEST!!!!
gina says
The warmer air and the delightful smells of spring.
Leigh says
Love key lime! Looking forward to trying these.
Della says
I live in California. So in spring I get to enjoy the green hills around my town for a short while until the become our well known “amber waves of grain”
Della
Corisa Jubinsky says
the beautiful weather and flowers!
Taylor says
My favorite thing about spring would have to be just getting outside in the warmer temperatures (not too hot and not too cold) and nice days. Whether it is reading under a tree, taking a stroll through the woods, or having a picnic, the weather just screams relaxation.
Dawn S says
the weather for sure!! The vit D fromt he sun gets me out of my seasonal depression and on my way to spending more time outside.
Lisa says
If SPRING ever makes an appearance in the Northeast this year, my favorite thing is all the trees and flowers blooming – I love my lilac bushes!
Sarah Kurtz says
The smell of fresh flowers and green grass.
Maria Reaser says
I love the regeneration of life that comes with spring
Maggie says
my favorite thing about spring is the smell of outside after it rains, with all of the new growth & blooms
Angie W says
planting the garden!
Ronda RS says
The farmers market opens!
Robin the Book Nerd says
Being able to have my garden veggies!
Lisa says
I love open windows and the sounds of mowing grass and birds singing!
Candice says
Would love to win the Keurig for my work office!!! Cant wait for Spring- the smell of flowers, clothes on the line, and fresh cut grass! Hope it comes soon!
Kristin Kaufmann says
Warm weather!
Maria Schwarz says
I love the weather! Not too cold & not too hot!! Love all your recipes too!
Kim @ Hungry Healthy Girl says
The changing weather for sure!
Tammy Demers says
These look divine. I cannot wait to try them. Just need to pick up more Swerve!
Shari says
I bet these bars will taste even better with a nice cup of coffee!
Debra Schramm says
Warmer weather!
Christina Johnson says
I love everything about spring but my favorite thing would have to be planning/planting the garden!
Heather says
Those look fantastic! I’ll be making those very soon!
Dottie Armour says
Fun, fun, fun and more fun in the sun!
Donna Hardin says
Thank you for all the work you do here – I love, love, love your recipes!
Pam says
Usually I am all about the chocolate recipes…but this one looks awesome! And my favorite thing about spring? Everything!
Destiny says
YUM! My husband loves Key Lime Pie! I’m sure he’ll be excited about these!
Crystal Sheckles-Gibson says
My favorite thing about Spring is when the March Lilies start blooming.
Casey Russell says
Being outdoors again now that it’s warmer!
Lyn says
I love the smell of fresh cut grass and seeing my tulips start to appear
Deb says
Key Lime Coconut Bars and Green Mountain Island Coconut Coffee, and a Keurig to boot!!! Favorite things about Spring….opening up the house, Harley riding, gardening and all outdoor activities! I’m in upstate NY, we had -5 below last night, and I still have 3 1/2 foot of snow in my yard, Spring, hurry up and get here 🙂
Leslie says
Seeing the sun, and not a sky full of clouds. That’s my #1 favorite thing about summer. Though a close second would be getting to plant my garden.
Amanda Aspling says
Warmer weather.
Joanna says
my favorite thing about spring is the transition from the winter season to summer, bulbs are coming up, veggies are being planted, playing outside and enjoying the things around us.
Cathy E says
Favorite thing about spring is gardening!
Melissa says
My favorite thing about spring is when the rain stops.
Heather says
I love to see the flowers blooming and feel the sun on my face!
Melissa says
The SUNshine!!
Amber says
I love me some key lime! And bars. And deliciousness.
Sierra says
My favorite thing about spring this year, is that I was so ready to start going outside more, I didn’t start my weight loss journey until the beginning of September 2013, so I was counting the days when i would be able to go outside, fish, hike and take long walks with my husband and my dogs. Go on picnics and do whatever it is that people do outside when it’s beautiful outside. You see..the things is I never used to go outside, I was always inactive, unwilling to do things and I was ashamed of being outside. In September I went to my Doctor, and after being pricked with needles, lots of blood tests taken and what not..she told me I am Insulin resistant and I had borderline Pre-Diabetic, and told me if I didn’t change my eating habits and go on a strict lowcarb diet (Less than 30 carbs a day, cutting out all breads,noodles,sugars,rice,ec)I would become extremely sick. Another sad thing is. I am only 23, and just got married last year, so I am just starting my life, and I have begun to love myself, your recipes have also helped me out tremendously when I am in need of some yummy snacks that I can have! I have lost a total of 59 lbs and I am still going, but now, I love spring, I am no longer depressed, and I look forward to long walks with my husband..pretty soon when i get stronger I will be able to start jogging with my dogs…
Wish me luck, and thank you for this giveaway opportunity!!!
Sincerely,Sierra
Carolyn says
I wish you the BEST of luck in this journey, Sierra. So glad my recipes can help!
Shelly says
The warmer weather and beautiful flowers blooming!
Michaela says
Going to our local botanic garden to read books on the weekend
Adam says
I love the better weather so I can ride my bike
Lindsey says
My favorite thing about Spring issss…Spring Break!! lol unfortunately that doesnt exist in my adult life, but one can dream 🙂
catriona says
Made them yesterday, toning down the sweetener cause i only had regular limes.
They’re a keeper! Delicious. Thank you so much.
lauren says
These look like the perfect summer treat!
karen f says
EVERYTHING!!! warm weather, everything turning green, flowers, gardening, sunshine!
Brook says
Those look great! Can’t wait for spring!
Jessica D says
I love the warmer weather
tina d reynolds says
Favorite thing is being back outdoors more in the warm weather it has been so crazy bitter cold here in MN can not wait to feel the sun.
Erika says
These look sooooo yummy!
allison gismondi says
This year has been a very long cold and snowy winter. This year my favorite thing about spring will be the snow is finally gone!! Also love the longer days of sunlight!
Erika says
My favorite thing about spring is warmer weather finally yay lol
Amanda M says
Favorite thing about spring? Warmer weather!! Except for today…when it’s snowing….again…in Maryland. Yuck!
Annette says
I made these over the weekend. They were amazing. THANKS for such amazing recipes. My new favorite spring activity – a key lime bar, and a cup of coffee on the deck watching the river…….
Noreen says
My favorite thing about spring are the flowers starting to bloom and of course the warmer weather!
heather r says
I love seeing the flowers popping out in the garden soil, and taking my bunny out for a long overdue outdoors brushing!
Janet says
Seasons sort of mix together here in the south. But I would have to say seeing all the wildflowers blooming on the side of the road or in fields. Most common are Bluebonnets and Indian Paintbrushes.
Amanda says
Okay, I am totally giving these a try…and thankfully I am the only one in the house who loves coconut – so they are all MIIIIIIINEEEE! Thank you for all the wonderful things you come up with!!
Linda B says
I plan on making these this weekend. I am also going to make a lemon version because my neighbor (who is gluten and lactose intolerant) was given some home grown lemons that she shared with me.
Kelly says
I live in Florida, so the weather is beautiful here. Cool mornings and evenings with warm days!
Kelly Massman says
yum! and spring? the first flowers! thanks kmassman gmail
Lori Bihler says
Love the recipe and would love to win the Keurig!!
Penny says
I love hearing the birds sing and chirp and twitter! It sounds like they’re all excited that it’s spring again!
Ruthie says
These look so yummy I love lime! Spring is warmer weather & growth & greenness all around!
Lia says
Help! I tried making these, but it went all wrong! when I added the lime juice and eggs to the cooled coconut milk it got all streaky and “curdled” (it looked curdled even though there was no milk in it), and gloppy. Any thoughts as to what I did wrong? I followed the recipe exactly. Could it not have cooled enough? Could the xantham gum not have dissolved enough? It looked fine before adding the lime juice… any thoughts are appreciated.
Carolyn says
Not sure but it does sound like maybe it wasn’t cooled enough and your eggs curdled.
Judy says
I love lime and these bars look amazing!
Dina says
they look great!
Karen says
I agree with everyone that these bars look great – but no-one seems to be replying with any feedback on they worked out for them. For me they were a disaster, despite following the recipe precisely. I did use a convection over, so that may have been a cause, but it is supposed to work like a normal oven. I had to cook the base twice as long at a higher temperature than the instructions, and it took forever to bake the coconut/egg mix in the oven. In the end, half of it was burnt, while the other half was undercooked. Highly possible it was my fault, but rather than commenting on how pretty the pictures are (which indeed they are) it would be good to get others’ feedback on any challenges faced when actually cooking in their own kitchen. Certainly not to be a criticism of this site 🙂
Carolyn says
Actually, several people have said they made them and they turned out well (some of those comments may have been on Facebook, though). I haven’t worked with convection ovens much, but it might be the problem, not sure.
Crystal Sheckles-Gibson says
Has a winner been announced?
Monica says
So first, I absolutely love your sight…I have made several recipes and they have turned out just awesome. I think your site has been a life saver for me…
I did have a problem with this recipe though. First my crust didn’t want to brown at all. It was in the oven for 20 minutes and I just pulled it out because it was twice as long as your directions. Then I cooked the whole recipe in the oven, following all your directions. It looked just about perfect. I chilled it for two hours but found that my crust had turned to mush…any ideas about what I did wrong?
Thanks for all your hard work and delicious recipes. You make a world of difference to those of us who are diabetic and gluten free.
Carolyn says
I have a dark pan, so it may have baked faster than yours. this is good feedback, I think in the end, your crust didn’t bake long enough but I can’t pinpoint why.
Monica says
Thanks, I am going to take another shot at them. I have to say….even though they were mush, they still tasted wonderful. ;).
Carolyn says
I’d say go by your gut. Since I can’t pinpoint what the problem is, bake the crust until it seems mostly done, however long it takes. Then add the topping and bake again.
Kate says
My friend is allergic to corn, soy, milk and gluten. I thought these would be perfect, but researched the xanthan gum and found its made from soy and corn. Could I substitute the xanthan gum with guar gum? Have you ever worked with guar gum?
Carolyn says
Yes, go ahead and use guar gum, I sometimes use that too.
mary bee says
I bought a key lime tree from the sad and neglected table in the nursery section at Walmart last fall for $2.00. It bloomed all winter and I had to pollinate it with a small artists brush, being of course I have no bees living in my house. It now has 17 limes on it with tons of blossoms still coming. I was able to put it outside today for the first time after this endless winter we’ve had. Cannot wait to make this recipe !!! Thank you.
Carolyn says
Wow! Enjoy those little limes!
Becky says
Mine are in the oven now.
I had to bake the crust about ten minutes longer than written but waited till it turned golden (I had foil-lined my pan) I too had a “curdling” problem when adding the lime juice and eggs. I had waited 20 minutes after boiling, but next time I’ll wait longer or pour it from the saucepan into a cool bowl to cool down. Hoping they will bake OK anyway!
Also, to juice all those little limes, I quartered or halved them and used my garlic press!
Loving these recipes!
Carolyn says
Hmmm, strange about the curdling. It didn’t happen to me at all. Love the idea for juicing those little limes!
Becky says
They baked up fine, though the top is still pretty soft. I’ll bake them longer next time. I’m enjoying one right now and thinking this would make a pretty good key lime pie!
sarah says
I made these yesterday. They were fantastic. The crust took a little longer, however I was using a glass pan. I also only had one lime so I added lemon juice. They were a big hit with everyone at the party, even the non low carb folks. I had no problems with filling curdling or separating, but it took me longer then I expected to get the gum completely mixed in. Thanks for the great recipe.
Jen and Emily @ Layers of Happiness says
Wow!!! Holy yum. With snow all around me I could TOTALLY go for one of these bars!! Coconut + key lime = HEAVEN!! Pinned!
Ally says
Thank goodness these delectable bars are dairy free. I can eat as much as I want. Thanks for sharing the recipe.
K says
Hi. What can I use instead of the coconut oil in the base? Butter? Thanks.
Carolyn says
Yes, butter would be fine.
Dani says
Ok, just tried this out. Used a pyrex 8×8 pan and baked the crust for ~18mins to get it golden brown.
The filling appeared to curdle a bit when the lime juice was added but didn’t seem to be a big deal. I baked it all for ~38mins at 325. It set up fine and tastes good. The crust is sort of soft but is fine.
Thanks.
Denise S. says
I just made these and they are perfect!!
Ann says
Hi, I made this recipe today with lemons as it’s all I had. It is sooooo delicious!! Only thing is, it doesn’t hold together. The topping never really firmed up. Wonder where I went wrong…
Wendy says
I don’t understand the varieties of limes so I might be asking what seems to be a silly question. Will any kind of lime do? I have limes but not sure what kind.
Thank you.
Carolyn says
You’d know if you had key limes, they are tiny and round. But yes, any kind of lime would okay.
mali says
HELP PLEASE! I just made these tonight, followed the recipe exactly but they have come out with the base being totally soggy. The layer on top is set but it’s absorbed into the base too so it’s not crunchy like a biscuit base and it’s all soft and falling apart. I really love the crunchy texture of a biscuit base what did I do wrong!? Any suggestion on how I can stop this happening in the future Carolyn?
Carolyn says
Sounds like maybe you used too much coconut oil. And did you bake it before adding the topping?