TOFFEE COCONUT BARS

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This easy-to-make treat is the perfect end to a casual meal with friends or family. If you have leftovers, send a few home with each of your guests. Joeanne Steras - Garrett, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
TOPPING:
1 egg
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press into an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown; cool slightly. , In a small bowl, beat the egg, brown sugar, vanilla and baking powder until blended. Stir in coconut and pecans. Spread over crust. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.