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Dream Bars

Coconut Dream Bars

Rich, chewy and almost pecan-pie-like, Coconut Dream Bars are a classic cookie that's perfect for the holidays, for snacking or any special occasion.
Author: Inger
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Cookies & Candies
Cuisine American
Servings 16

Ingredients
  

Crust

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Filling

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

Prepare the crust.

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F. Line an 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 pan with parchment, then spray with non-stick spray.
  • Mix the crust ingredients, then press into the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes until starting to turn golden.

Prepare the filling

  • Beat the eggs slightly.
  • Mix in remaining ingredients.
  • Spread over the crust. (Mine was still warm)
  • Bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden.
  • Allow to cool completely in the tin, then use parchment to pull out the cookies for cutting.
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