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Lemon Coconut Bars
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 55 Minutes
Servings: 36
These make a yummy dessert. This recipe can easily be cut in half and baked in an 8-inch square pan.
Ingredients:
3 cups finely crushed vanilla wafers
2 cups sugar, divided
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
4 eggs
1/2 cup lemon juice
4 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup flaked coconut
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F
2. Mix wafer crumbs, 1/2 cup ONLY of the sugar, the butter and lemon peel until well blended. Press firmly into a 13 x 9 baking pan. Bake at 350 for minutes; remove from oven and set aside.
3. Beat eggs and remaining 1 1/2 cups sugar in small bowl with wire whisk until thickened and well blended. Add lemon juice, flour, baking powder and salt; mix well. Pour over crust; sprinkle coconut over top.
4. Bake 30-35 minutes or until center is set and top is lightly browned.
5. Cool completely.
6. Cover and refrigerate several hours or until chilled. Cut into squares to serve. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
By RecipeOfHealth.com