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New Zealand Squares
 
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Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 9
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups flaked coconut, divided
1 cup dates, chopped
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 tablespoon golden syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F, then grease & flour a 9-inch square baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, 1 cup of coconut, dates, sugar & baking powder.
3. In a saucepan melt butter, then stir in the golden syrup & vanilla.
4. Pour over the mixture in the large bowl, mixing until crumbly, then press into the prepared baking dish.
5. Bake 20-30 minutes, then sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup of coconut.
6. When cool, cut into 9 squares & enjoy!
By RecipeOfHealth.com