Pineapple Delight Bars
Ingredients
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*CRUST*
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2 c all-purpose flour
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12 Tbsp butter (1 1/2 sticks), slightly softened
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1/2 c granulated sugar
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·dash salt
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*FILLING*
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12 oz cream cheese, room temperature
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1/4 – 1/2 c granulated sugar
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2 tsp vanilla
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2 large eggs
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1 large can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, well drained
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*TOPPING*
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1 – 1/3 c (3 1/2 ounces) flaked sweetened coconut
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1 c finely chopped pecans
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4 Tbsp melted butter
How to Make Pineapple Delight Bars
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Preheat oven to 350 degree F.
Lightly grease a 13×9-inch baking pan or spray with baking spray.
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and dash of salt. With a pastry blender or fork, cut in the 12 tablespoons of butter until crumbly.
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Spread evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan and press with hands to form a crust layer. Bake for 12 minutes.
Drain pineapple well in a colander; set aside
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n a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, vanilla, and eggs; beat until smooth. Spread evenly over the baked crust.
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Sprinkle the drained crushed pineapple evenly over the top.
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In another bowl, combine the coconut, pecans, and 4 tablespoons melted butter; sprinkle evenly over the pineapple and cream cheese layer.
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Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until coconut is browned and filling is set. Chill thoroughly before cutting into squares.
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The hardest part of these bars, is waiting for them to cool.
Enjoy!
source:allrecipes.com
