Coconut Walnut Squares

These squares are a tasty way to enjoy a treat. The combination of coconut with walnut makes these squares a delicious delight.

• Preparation Time: 17 mins
• Cooking Time: 35 mins
• Total Time: 52 mins
• Calories: 201 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup chopped walnuts
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup corn syrup
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon vanilla
• ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine flour, brown sugar and butter in a bowl with a pastry blender or by cutting butter into dry ingredients with two knives until the largest lumps are the size of peas. Pat mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (2 L) square baking dish. Bake in a preheated 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven. Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C). While baking prepare topping.

Step 2

Topping: Stir together brown sugar, flour, baking powder and salt. Add eggs, one at a time, stirring until blended. Add corn syrup, walnuts, coconut and vanilla. Pour mixture over Base. Bake until set and golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.