Coconut Macadamia Bars

By kayjayjohnson

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup butter
• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1-1/4 cups flaked coconut, divided
• 2/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
• 1 cup vanilla or white chips
• 1 teaspoon shortening

Preparation

Step 1

Place the butter in an 8-in. square microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high until melted, about 30 seconds. Stir in cracker crumbs and sugar; press firmly onto the bottom of the dish. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1 minute. Cool for 5 minutes.

In a small bowl, combine 1 cup coconut, milk and nuts; spoon over the crust. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-1/2 minutes or until heated through.

In a microwave, melt chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Quickly pour over coconut mixture; spread evenly.

Toast remaining coconut if desired; sprinkle over the top. Cool on a wire rack; cut into bars. Yield: 16 servings.