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These easy dessert squares are made with a cake mix.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 package yellow cake mix, 2-layer size
  • 1 package instant coconut cream pudding mix (4 serving size)
  • 1/2 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 8 ounces chopped dates, about 1 1/2 cups
  • 1/2 cup flaked coconut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

PREPARATION:

In a large mixing bowl combine cake mix, pudding mix, butter, and the lightly beaten egg. Beat on low speed until crumbly. Reserve 1/2 cup of crumbs and set aside. Press remaining crumbs into a buttered 9x13x2-inch baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.

In a large mixing bowl combine flour, brown sugar, water, 2 eggs, vanilla, and salt. Beat with electric hand-held mixer until smooth. Stir in dates, coconut, and pecans or walnuts. Spoon evenly over crust and spread carefully. Sprinkle with the 1/2 cup of reserved crumbs. Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes.
Cool and cut into squares. If desired, serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream.

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