If you love the sweet and tropical flavor of a piña colada, then you will love these macadamia nut piña colada bars. These no-bake bars are made with a combination of macadamia nuts, pineapple, and coconut, and they are topped with a creamy piña colada frosting. They are perfect for a summer party or potluck or as a refreshing treat on a hot day.
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MACADAMIA NUT PIñA COLADA BARS
These bars will help you imagine you're on a tropical island!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of square pan, 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 inches, with shortening. Drain pineapple well, reserving 3 teaspoons juice for Pineapple Glaze. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour, the butter and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar with spoon until flour is moistened. Press in pan. Bake 10 minutes.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until blended. Stir in pineapple and all remaining Bar ingredients. Spread over partially baked crust.
- Bake bars 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- In small bowl, mix all Pineapple Glaze ingredients until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle glaze over bars. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg
MACADAMIA NUT PIñA COLADA BARS
These bars will help you imagine you're on a tropical island!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 1h55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom and sides of square pan, 8x8x2 or 9x9x2 inches, with shortening. Drain pineapple well, reserving 3 teaspoons juice for Pineapple Glaze. In medium bowl, mix 1 cup flour, the butter and 3 tablespoons powdered sugar with spoon until flour is moistened. Press in pan. Bake 10 minutes.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs with wire whisk until blended. Stir in pineapple and all remaining Bar ingredients. Spread over partially baked crust.
- Bake bars 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
- In small bowl, mix all Pineapple Glaze ingredients until smooth and thin enough to drizzle. Drizzle glaze over bars. For bars, cut into 6 rows by 4 rows.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 70 mg
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Look for fresh pineapple and unsweetened coconut milk.
- Be sure to chill the mixture for at least 4 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the bars to set properly.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the macadamia nuts and pineapple by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they blend well with the other ingredients.
- You can also use a different type of nut in these bars, such as almonds or walnuts. Just be sure to use a nut that has a similar flavor and texture to macadamia nuts.
- These bars are best served chilled. Store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These Macadamia Nut Piña Colada Bars are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a sweet and tropical treat, give these bars a try!
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