Lime Coconut Triangles
This refreshing recipe from Michele Savoldi of Delaware, Ohio is a tempting twist on traditional lemon bars. With a nutty crust and smooth lime filling, the yummy treats are elegant dusted with powdered sugar and cut into triangles.18 ServingsPrep: 25 min. Bake: 35 min.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup finely chopped flaked coconut, divided
- 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1-1/2 teaspoons grated lime peel
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Additional confectioners' sugar
Directions
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, 1/4 cup coconut, confectioners'
- sugar and pecans. Stir in the butter.
- Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for
- 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the eggs. Stir in the
- sugar, lime juice, lime peel, baking powder and remaining coconut.
- Pour over crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool
- on a wire rack. Dust with confectioner's sugar. Cut into squares;
- cut in half to make triangles. Yield: 1-1/2 dozen.