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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and lightly coat with nonstick spray.
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Whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
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Toss mini semi-sweet chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon flour in a small bowl to prevent sinking. Set aside.
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In a separate medium bowl, whisk melted and cooled butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract until smooth.
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Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a wooden spoon until just combined. Fold in the floured chocolate chips.
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Spread half of the brownie batter evenly into the prepared baking dish.
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In a small bowl, stir together sweetened coconut flakes, sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt until well combined.
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Using a silicone or offset spatula, carefully spread the coconut filling evenly over the bottom brownie layer.
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Spread the remaining half of the brownie batter evenly over the coconut filling layer.
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Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with moist crumbs.
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Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing into sixteen 2-inch squares to ensure clean cuts.