Lemon coconut squares recipe

Lemon-Coconut Squares recipe

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Introducing the delightful Lemon Coconut Squares recipe, a perfect balance of tangy lemon and sweet coconut flavors. These delectable squares are a crowd-pleasing dessert that will leave your taste buds craving for more. With a buttery crust and a luscious lemon-coconut filling, this recipe is both simple to make and absolutely delicious. Serve it at any occasion, from casual gatherings to formal events, and watch as these squares disappear in no time.

Keywords: Lemon coconut squares, dessert, tangy, sweet, crowd-pleasing.

Lemon coconut squares recipe details

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Ingredients Base:

1/2 cup butter, softened

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Topping:

3 eggs, separated

1 cup granulated sugar

1/3 cup lemon juice

2 Tablespoons grated lemon rind

2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups shredded coconut

Instructions:

Pucker up! These fresh flavored treats will be a favorite with lemon lovers. You could substitute lime for the lemon. These freeze very well!

Base: With electric mixer, cream together butter and brown sugar. Mix in flour until mixture is crumbly. Press evenly in bottom of ungreased 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Bake in 325 degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Topping: In medium bowl, combine egg yolks, 1/2 cup of the sugar, lemon juice, rind, baking powder, and salt. Stir in coconut. Using clean beaters, beat egg whites with remaining sugar until stiff peaks form; fold into egg yolk mixture. Spread over the base.

Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until nearly set. Let cool in pan. Cut into squares or bars.

Makes:About 54 squares. Prep. time: 15 minutes. Baking time: 30 to 35 minutes.