Lemon Coconut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Blend in flour.
3. 3
   Press evenly in 8-inch or 9-inch square pan.
4. 4
   Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, beat eggs until thick and lemon colored and gradually beat in sugar. Add pudding and baking powder, then dates and coconut.
6. 6
   Spread on hot crust.
7. 7
   Return to oven.
8. 8
   Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until puffed and browned.
9. 9
   Cool and cut into bars.
10. 10
    Makes about 18 bars.