Description
Pineapple Coconut Bars. From Alissa.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (226g) butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
- 2 cups (240g) flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (20 ounces / 567g) crushed pineapple, well drained
- 1/3 cup (67g) sugar for the filling
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 cup (80g) sweetened shredded coconut
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch square pan.
- Beat butter, 1/2 cup sugar, flour, and salt. Press two-thirds into the pan and bake 12 minutes.
- Cook pineapple, the remaining sugar, and cornstarch until thick. Cool 5 minutes.
- Spread the filling on the crust. Mix coconut into the remaining dough and crumble it on top. Bake 22 to 28 minutes.
Notes
Drain the pineapple hard. Wet fruit makes a soggy base.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American