HAWAIIAN BROWNIES

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Provided by Linda Kauppinen

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 c granulated sugar
1/3 c butter
1 can(s) (8 1/4 oz) crushed pineapple in juice, well drained. reserve 2 tbsp juice)
1 c semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 tsp dark rum
2 large eggs
1 c all purpose flour
1/2 c flaked coconut
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
FROSTING
2 c powdered sugar
1 pkg (3oz) cream cheese, softened
1 - 2 Tbsp milk
1/4 tsp dark rum
1/2 c chopped pecans or macadamia nuts

Steps:

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees Lightly grease 8 inch square baking pan. Set aside
2. In 2 quart saucepan combine granulated sugar, butter and reserved juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
3. Add chips and 1/2 tsp dark rum. Stir until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each egg is added. Add pineapple, flour, coconut, baking powder and salt. Stir well until well blended.
4. Spread mixture evenly in prepared pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely.
5. In medium mixing bowl, combine all frosting ingredients, except pecans or Macadamias. Beat on low speed until smooth. Stir in pecans or macadamias. Spread frosting evenly over brownies.