Microwave cold butter for 10-15 seconds to softened or leave on the counter for at least 30 minutes.
Combined softened butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy.
Add flour slowly. Dough will become crumbly. Add milk, coconut and vanilla extract and beat on medium speed until dough starts to form.
Lastly, add shredded coconut, almonds and chocolate chips and beat on low speed incorporated.
Line a 9x9" glass pan with tin foil. Press cookie dough into pan with a spatula.
To make the ganache, combine chocolate and heavy whipping cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 90 seconds. Remove from microwave and whisk until smooth. Pour ganache over top of cookie dough. Press additional shredded coconut on the top of the bars.
Allow to cool for about 30 minutes. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Remove from fridge 20-30 minutes before serving to allow bars to soften before cutting.