Step 1
Lightly coat cookie sheet with non-stick spray (do not use dark metal pan). Set aside.
Step 2
Form Bars: Remove crust from loaf. Cut loaf horizontally into 4 layers.
Step 3
Leaving layers stacked, make 3 vertical cuts down through loaf about 2 inches apart.
Step 4
Turn loaf 1/4 and cut again vertically in half. Each resulting bar will be about 4x2x1/2-inch.
Step 5
Pour milk and coconut into 2 separate shallow pans. Dip one cut side of bread bar into milk to coat (or apply with pastry brush).
Step 6
Press same side of bar into coconut.
Step 7
Transfer to baking sheet with coated side facing up. Repeat with remaining pieces.
Step 8
Place baking sheet in center of preheated 375° F oven for 10-11 minutes or until top and bottom are lightly golden brown; watch carefully.
Step 9
Immediately remove from pan and cool.
