CREAMY LIME COCONUT BARS

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This recipe came from Land O Lakes butter. I had to try them once just to see if they were as good as they sound, and believe me, they didn't last in my house past two days. I ate a big hunk every time I got hungry. Yes, I know, fully sugared, but everyone deserves a treat!

Provided by Redneck Epicurean

Categories     Tarts

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup macadamia nuts, ground fine in a food processor
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) or 1/2 cup margarine (1 stick)
1 cup lime juice
2 (14 ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut
2 drops green food coloring (makes it a pretty green) (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine lime juice, condensed milk, zest, and food coloring in a bowl and set aside. The mixture will slightly thicken.
  • In another bowl, combine flour, sugar, and nuts; cut in the butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat evenly into an ungreased 9x13 pan. Bake for 16-18 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
  • Pour filling mixture over hot, partially baked crust. Sprinkle with coconut.
  • Place back in the oven for 15-17 minutes or until filling is set. Cool completely. Cover and refrigerate before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.7, Fat 19.2, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 42.8, Sodium 149.7, Carbohydrate 52.3, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 38.3, Protein 7.6

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