Decadent Bars

Orange zest and orange juice bring a hint of citrus to these cookies filled with butterscotch chips and coconut.

• Calories: 188 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup butterscotch chips
• ¾ cup shortening
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• ¼ cup orange juice

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. In a separate bowl, cream the shortening and brown sugar. Mix in the egg, orange juice and zest until well blended. Gradually add the dry ingredients, stirring constantly. Stir in the butterscotch chips and coconut. Pour the dough into greased baking pan.

Step 3

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until top is golden brown. Let cool before cutting into squares.