HAWAIIAN JOY BARS

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With the hint of rum plus the nuts and coconut, these bars are like a trip to the islands. I served them to my family and at my work and church, and I always hear murmurs of appreciation. -Jennifer Neckermann, Wentzville, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 cup butter, melted
2 cups packed brown sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/3 cup rum
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2-1/4 cups semisweet chocolate chips, divided
1 package (10 to 12 ounces) white baking chips
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups macadamia nuts, chopped
1 teaspoon shortening
1 ounce white candy coating, melted

Steps:

In a large bowl, stir the butter, brown sugar, eggs, rum and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to butter mixture. Stir in 2 cups chocolate chips, white chips, coconut and nuts., Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a microwave, melt shortening with remaining chocolate chips; drizzle over bars. Drizzle candy coating over bars. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 25g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.