Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon salt6 tablespoons cold butterFILLING:2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking powder2 large eggs, beaten1 cup sugar1 tablespoon whole milk1 tablespoon vanilla extract1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup chopped pecans1-1/2 teaspoons grated orange zest
Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the flour, pecans, brown sugar and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Combine the eggs, sugar, milk and vanilla; add to the dry ingredients. Fold in the cranberries, coconut, pecans and orange zest. Pour over crust. Bake 25-30 minutes longer or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.
