COCONUT GRAHAM CRACKER SQUARES

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These bar cookies travel well and feed a lot of people at potlucks and family reunions. Kids especially like their rich flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg, beaten
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
24 whole graham crackers
FROSTING:
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, melt butter. Stir in sugar, milk and eggs. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in coconut, nuts and cracker crumbs. , Line a greased 15x10x1-in. pan with 12 whole crackers. Spread with the coconut mixture. Top with remaining crackers; press down gently. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Break each cracker into four portions; spread with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Berry Collins
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I made these squares for my family and they loved them! They are so moist and flavorful. I will definitely be making them again.


Hamedul Hamedul
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These squares are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of coconut and graham crackers. They are the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Ginger Pullen
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I've made these squares several times now and they are always a crowd-pleaser. They are the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the crust is so buttery and flaky.


felix otieno
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I made these squares for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They are so easy to make and can be made ahead of time, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Misr Narejo
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These coconut graham cracker squares were so delicious! They were easy to make and the perfect summer dessert. I will definitely be making them again.