Macadamia Nut Lemon Squares

Directions

1. 1
   Combine flour and butter and mix until crumbly.
2. 2
   Press into greased 8-inch square pan.
3. 3
   Bake at 350 degrees F for 16 minutes.
4. 4
   In a mixing bowl combine eggs, brown sugar, baking powder and vanilla; beat with an electric mixer for 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in 3/4 cup macadamia nuts and cereal.
6. 6
   Pour over hot crust and spread evenly.
7. 7
   Return to oven and bake 25 minutes or until firm in center when touched.
8. 8
   Remove from oven and partially cool.
9. 9
   Combine powdered sugar, lemon juice and lemon peel; beat well.
10. 10
    Spread over macadamia nut crust.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup macadamia nuts.
12. 12
    Cool.
13. 13
    Cut into 2-inch squares.
14. 14
    Recipe courtesy of Macadamia Nut Festival, Hilo, Big Island HI.