coconut date-nut bars

Las Vegas, NV
Updated on Aug 26, 2015

This is the first time I have use coconut flour and I am very proud of the outcome of this recipe...If you do not have coconut flour you can try my regular date bars. http://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/cookies/moms-date-nut-bars.html?p=2

prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield makes about 30

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
  • 1 cup coconut flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 - dash salt
  • 1 2/3 cups dairy buttermilk
  • 8 ounces package dole pre-diced and sugared dates
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

How To Make coconut date-nut bars

  • Step 1
    Heat oven to 375^. Spray a 9x13 inch baking pan; set aside.
  • Step 2
    Beat eggs until foamy and add the brown sugar to a measuring cup then put the granulated sugar in with the brown sugar to make 1 cup all together and slowly add these to the eggs; beating well. Add the buttermilk,and coconut extract,blend well..
  • Step 3
    In a small bowl add the coconut flour,salt, and baking powder. Add to the sugar mixture..blend well. Dough will be very thick, Remove bowl from mixer and hand stir in the dates and nuts.
  • Step 4
    Spread evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes, then turn oven to 350^; bake for about 15 more minutes--these do not raise...test with toothpick for doneness..
  • Step 5
    Remove from oven and cut into finger-length pieces . Remove from pan and place on wire rack to cool completely.
  • Step 6
    When cooled completely.Place a few in a plastic bag with powdered sugar and coat completely..Shake off any excess sugar. Store in cover container .

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Category: Cookies
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Flour

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