– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/4 cup powdered sugar
– 1/2 cup cold butter
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
– Zest of 1 lemon
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup shredded coconut (sweetened or unsweetened, your preference)
Directions
1. Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees F. Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish generously with butter or line it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the flour and powdered sugar in a bowl. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press this mixture into your prepared baking dish, creating an even layer.
3. Slide it into the oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until it’s just turning golden. You want a firm base, not overdone.
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