Coconut dream bars

Coconut dream bars

Ingredients/Components

• vanilla - 1 tsp
• salt - 1/2 tsp
• flour - 2 Tbsp
• brown sugar - 1/2 c
• baking powder - 1 tsp
• sifted flour - 1 c
• soft shortening - 1/2 c
• moist shredded coconut - 1 c
• Almond Coconut Topping:2 eggs, well beaten
• slivered almonds or other nuts - 1 c

How to make coconut dream bars:

Almond Coconut Topping:2 eggs, well beaten1 c. brown sugar1 tsp. vanilla2 Tbsp. flour1 tsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. salt1 c. moist shredded coconut1 c. slivered almonds or other nuts Heat oven to 350°. Mix shortening and sugar thoroughly. Stir in flour. Press with hand to cover bottom of 13 x 9 1/2 x 2-inch ungreased oblong pan. Bake 10 minutes, then spread on topping.

Topping: Mix eggs, sugar and vanilla, then mix with flour, baking powder and salt. Stir in coconut and nuts. Spread over first mixture. Return to oven and bake 25 minutes more or until golden brown. Cool slightly. Cut in 3 x 1-inch bars. Makes 2 1/2 dozen.

Recipe categories: Desserts, Cookie and brownie, Bar cookie.