Tom Thumb Bars (Coconut Specialties) Recipe

Name: Tom Thumb Bars (Coconut Specialties)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CRUST:; 1/2 cup shortening; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1 cup all-purpose flour; FILLING:; 1 cup packed dark brown sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 1/2 cups coconut; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 2 eggs

Servings: persons

CRUST:
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups coconut
1 cup chopped walnuts
2 eggs

1
Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2
In a medium bowl, mix together the shortening and 1/2 cup of brown sugar until smooth. Stir in 1 cup of flour and salt until well blended. Press into the prepared pan.
3
Bake the crust for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until delicately browned. After removing the crust from the oven, increase the heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
4
Make the filling while the crust is baking. In a medium bowl, stir together 1 cup brown sugar, baking powder, and 2 tablespoons of flour until well blended. Mix in eggs and vanilla, beating until thick and foamy. Stir in the coconut and chopped nuts. Spread over the warm crust.
5
Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until bars are lightly browned and puffy. Cool completely, and cut into small bars.

717

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CRUST:, 1/2 cup shortening, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Tom Thumb Bars (Coconut Specialties) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Tom Thumb Bars (Coconut Specialties)

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