Maple-Coconut Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Stir together flour, baking powder and salt.
2. 2
   Reserve 1/2 cup of the coconut for topping and finely chop the remainder.
3. 3
   In a small mixer bowl beat 1/4 cup butter or margarine until softened. Add sugar and beat until well combined.
4. 4
   Add egg and maple flavoring and beat just until combined.
5. 5
   Add flour mixture and beat until well mixed.
6. 6
   Stir in the finely chopped coconut and the nuts. Spread in a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan.
7. 7
   Combine reserved 1/2 cup coconut and 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle over mixture in pan.
8. 8
   Bake in a 350° oven about 30 minutes or until done.
9. 9
   Cool.
10. 10
    Cut into bars.
11. 11
    Makes 24.