Raspberry Squares I

These are really tasty squares that are perfect for a tea or even a pot luck, always a hit when I make them, and easy to do! Can also be made with pineapple jam instead.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 144 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon milk
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup butter
• ¼ cup butter
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 ½ cups flaked coconut
• ¾ cup raspberry jam

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in the butter until the lumps are smaller than peas. Mix in the egg and milk to form a dough. Press into the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan. Spread a layer of jam over the crust. In a medium bowl, cream together the confectioners' sugar and remaining butter. Beat in the egg and vanilla then stir in the coconut. Spread evenly over the layer of jam.

Step 3

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until top is lightly browned. Cool before cutting into squares.