MACADAMIA-COCONUT LIME BARS

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Katie Rose from Pewaukee, Wisconsin shares this sweet-tart dessert. The shortbread-nut crust and tangyy filling make it a satisfying dessert or afternoon snack.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons macadamia nuts, toasted
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
FILLING:
1 large egg
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/8 teaspoon baking powder
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a food processor, combine the flour, confectioners' sugar, nuts and lime zest; cover and process until nuts are finely chopped. Add the butter; pulse just until mixture is crumbly., Press into an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until golden brown. , In a small bowl, whisk the egg, sugar, coconut, lime juice, flour, lime zest and baking powder until blended. Pour over hot crust. Bake 20-22 minutes longer or until light golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Teboho Kubaka
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These bars are amazing! I love the combination of flavors. They are so moist and delicious. I will definitely be making these again.


Mr Arafat
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I've made these bars several times and they are always a hit. They are so delicious and easy to make. I love the combination of flavors.


WHOAREYOU?!
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These were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved them. They are so easy to make and they look so impressive.


Botlalo kgosieng
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I love these bars! They are so moist and flavorful. I especially love the combination of macadamia nuts, coconut, and lime. I will definitely be making these again and again.


Jane Elsa
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These are so good! I made them for a party and everyone loved them. They are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I will definitely be making these again.