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.
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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