Along with chocolate, coconut is one of the richer flavors for dessert -- which is why we can't get enough of it. From simple coconut cream pies to more elaborate coconut tres leches trifles, we've managed to get the tropical flavors of coconut into every form of dessert we could think of. Because the way we see it, if you're going to be enjoying a sweet treat, it should always be decadent. Check out the recipes in the slideshow below.

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  • Mounds Bar Chocolate Coconut Cake Mix Cookies

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.loveveggiesandyoga.com/2012/05/mounds-bar-chocolate-coconut-cake-mix-cookies.html" target="_hplink">Mounds Bar Chocolate Coconut Cake Mix Cookies recipe</a> by Averie Cooks</strong> We want to know why we don't see this more often? Using Mounds candy bar in desserts is just genius.

  • Coconut-Lime Bars

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.thechurchcookblog.com/2012/07/coconut-lime-bars.html" target="_hplink">Coconut-Lime Bars recipe</a> by The Church Cook</strong> Coconut and lime are a natural combination. They both taste tropical, yet the tart citrus of the lime balances out the sweetness of the coconut.

  • Summer Strawberry Coconut Cake

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://northcarolinacharm.blogspot.com/2012/07/summer-strawberry-coconut-cake.html" target="_hplink">Summer Strawberry Coconut Cake recipe</a> by Carolina Charm</strong> There's no fruit more representative of summer than strawberries -- and what better way to enjoy them than in a cake.

  • Toasted Coconut Cream Pie

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.completelydelicious.com/2012/07/toasted-coconut-cream-pie.html" target="_hplink">Toasted Coconut Cream Pie recipe</a> by Completely Delicious</strong> Coconut cream pie is a traditional and homey dessert. And it is simply irresistible.

  • Coconut Cream Cake

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.chef-in-training.com/2012/05/coconut-cream-cake/" target="_hplink">Coconut Cream Cake recipe</a> by Chef In Training</strong> Coconut cream cake is a moist, soft and addictive dessert. It'll be hard to have just one piece.

  • Billie's Italian Cake

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.tablefortwoblog.com/2012/06/13/pw-wednesdays-billies-italian-cake/" target="_hplink">Billie's Italian Cake recipe</a> by Table For Two</strong> Not only is there coconut in the cupcake, but the cream cheese frosting has coconut and pecans in it.

  • Homemade Almond Joys

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://rachelschultz.com/2012/07/30/homemade-almond-joys/" target="_hplink">Homemade Almond Joys recipe</a> by Rachel Schultz</strong> You can enjoy your own homemade Almond Joys with just four ingredients. They are so much tastier than the store-bought ones.

  • Coconut Bundt Cake

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://kblog.lunchboxbunch.com/2012/06/coconut-bundt-cake-moist-glazed-vegan.html" target="_hplink">Coconut Bundt Cake recipe</a> by Healthy Happy Life</strong> This bundt cake recipe is made with coconut cake and then topped with coconut glaze -- it's a coconut lover's dream.

  • Lemon-Filled Coconut Cupcakes

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.foodess.com/2012/06/lemon-filled-coconut-cupcakes/" target="_hplink">Lemon-Filled Coconut Cupcakes recipe</a> by Foodess</strong> These coconut flavored cupcakes are filled with lemon curd, topped with a vanilla frosting and toasted coconut.

  • Plum Cakes With Coconut And Hazelnut Crumble

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://sipsandspoonfuls.com/2012/07/plum-cakes-with-coconut-and-hazelnut.html" target="_hplink">Plum Cakes with Coconut and Hazelnut Crumble recipe</a> by Sips And Spoonfuls</strong> A hazelnut and coconut crumble tops these individual-sized plum tea cakes.

  • Coconut Cherry Oatmeal Cookies

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.branappetit.com/2012/07/25/coconut-cherry-oatmeal-cookies/" target="_hplink">Coconut Cherry Oatmeal Cookies recipe</a> by Bran Appetit</strong> Just because you like coconut desserts doesn't mean that you can't eat on the healthy side. These cookies are made with coconut oil in place of butter and use whole-wheat flour.

  • Tres Leches Coconut Cake Trifle

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://willowbirdbaking.com/2012/03/06/tres-leches-coconut-cake-trifle/" target="_hplink">Tres Leches Coconut Cake Trifle recipe</a> by Willow Bird Baking</strong> This trifle is made with layers of tres leches coconut cake, coconut pastry cream, fresh whipped cream, and toasted coconut.

  • Coconut Chocolate Cake With Raspberries

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://www.dessertsforbreakfast.com/2012/07/coconut-chocolate-cake-with-raspberries.html" target="_hplink">Coconut Chocolate Cake with Raspberries recipe</a> by Desserts for Breakfast</strong> This recipe gives you the favored flavor of a Mounds bar -- coconut and chocolate -- but presents it in cake form.

  • Coconut-Cardamom Cookies

    <strong>Get the <a href="http://sinfullyspicy.com/2012/06/18/coconut-cardamom-cookies/" target="_hplink">Coconut-Cardamom Cookies recipe</a> by Sinfully Spicy</strong> These Indian cookies are made with ghee, coconut, cardamom and not a whole lot more.

  • How to Make Coconut Macaroons

    Chef Sandy Davis prepares this delicious dessert: Coconut Macaroons