Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1 1/3 cups all-purpose bleached flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple (undrained)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (divided)
  • 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts (divided)
  • 1/2 cup coconut flakes
  • toasted coconut (optional for garnish)

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9x13 with aluminum foil or parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Combine flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of your prepared 9x13 pan until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Bake the crust for 10-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown.
  • Mix cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until frosting consistency. Add egg, 1/4 cup sugar, crushed pineapple, coconut, and vanilla extract and mix thoroughly. Fold in 1/4 cup white chocolate chips, and 1/4 cup macadamia nuts.
  • Pour the batter on top of the crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until set and edges are lightly brown.
  • Remove from the oven and sprinkle with 1/4 cup white chocolate chips and 1/4 cup macadamia nuts. Garnish with toasted coconut if desired. Let bars cool for an hour before cutting and store in the refrigerator.