Chocolate Macaroon Squares

1. 1

   In a food processor or with your fingers, whirl or rub butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 cup flour until dough begins to hold together.

2. 2

   Press evenly over bottom of a 9-inch square pan.

3. 3

   Bake crust in a 350F oven until golden, 10-15 minutes.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, beat egg whites until frothy.

5. 5

   Add vanilla and remaining 1/2 cup sugar and 1/4 cup flour; mix until smooth.

6. 6

   Stir in coconut.

7. 7

   Sprinkle chocolate in an even layer over pastry.

8. 8

   Spoon coconut mixture evenly over chocolate; use a spatula to cover chocolate completely.

9. 9

   Continue baking until macaroon topping is golden and slightly wet-looking, about 25 minutes.

10. 10

    Cool in pan on rack.

11. 11

    Using a very sharp knife, cut into 1-1/2-inch squares.

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