tom thumb cookie bars
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I am uncertain of the origin of the bar cookie recipe, but I know it was a favorite when I was growing up. My mom always used walnuts, but any nut that you choose would be good. They can also be made without nuts, if you prefer.
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yield
24 (approximately)
prep time
30 Min
cook time
40 Min
method
Bake
Ingredients For tom thumb cookie bars
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1/2 cshortening
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1/2 tspsalt
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1 1/2 cbrown sugar, firmly packed
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1 cflour
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1 tspvanilla
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2 lgeggs, beaten
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2 Tbspflour
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1/2 tspbaking powder
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1/2 ccoconut
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1 cnuts, chopped
How To Make tom thumb cookie bars
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1Combine shortening,salt, and 1/2 cup brown sugar in large mixing bowl and cream together. Add 1 cup flour and mix together.
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2Spread mixture in large (13- x 9-inch) greased baking pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes or until delicately browned.
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3In a medium mixing bowl comin remaining 1 cup brown sugar, vanilla and eggs, beating until thick and foamy. Add 2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, coconut, and nuts. Stir until well blended.
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4Spread coconut mixture over baked mixture. Return to 325 degree oven and bake 25 minutes.
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5Cool and cut into squares to serve.
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