Hawaiian Macadamia-Coconut Squares |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Instant coffee powder adds intrigue to these rich, chewy bars. Ingredients:
1 cup butter |
2 cups packed brown sugar |
1 tablespoon instant coffee powder |
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 cups all-purpose flour |
3 eggs |
2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
2 cups flaked coconut |
2 cups chopped and toasted macadamia nuts |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C). Grease a 9 X 13 inch baking pan; set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, 1 cup brown sugar, instant coffee powder, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon salt until light and fluffy.
3. Stir in flour 1/2 cup at a time, blending well after each addition. Spread evenly in prepared pan.
4. Bake 20 minutes. Cool in pan on rack 15 minutes.
5. In a large bowl, beat eggs and vanilla with remaining 1 cup brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in coconut and macadamias.
6. Spread evenly over cooled baked layer. Bake 40 to 50 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
7. Use a knife to loosen cookies around edges while warm. Cool completely in pan on rack. Cut into 48 (about 1 1/2 inch) squares, cutting 6 strips one way and 8 strips the other way. Store in an airtight container at room temperature 1 week; freeze for longer storage.
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