Tom Thumb Squares

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Cuisine: American

Sweet and chewy coconut squares with a buttery crust, perfect for a nostalgic treat or casual dessert, appealing to coconut lovers and those craving simple comfort foods.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup Crisco
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 1/2 cups coconut
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

  1. Mix Crisco, salt, and 1/2 cup of brown sugar together.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups of flour and mix well.
  3. Press the mixture tightly into an 8-inch pan.
  4. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 15 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

588 kcal 29% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.1g 14% DV
Total Fat 17.8g 23% DV
Carbs 91.9g 33% DV
Fiber 3g 11% DV
Sugar 29g 58% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12424.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 506mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 0.9mg 1% DV
Calcium 1573.5mg 100% DV
Iron 5.6mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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