Coconut Slice

125g butter
½ cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup SR flour
1 cup cornflour

½ cup red jam
2 cups sugar
4 cups coconut
8 eggs

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  1. Preheat the oven to 160o C. Line two lamington trays with baking paper.
  2. Cream the butter and sugar until pale and smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg.
  4. Add both flours and knead gently until combined.
  5. Divide the dough into two balls, and press each into the trays, spreading evenly. ensure there is a slight lip around the edges.
  6. Spread the jam over the dough. If the jam is too stiff, warm for 30 seconds in the microwave.
  7. Combine the sugar, coconut and eggs in a large bowl.
  8. Dollop the topping over the jam and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes until the top is browned, and remove from the oven.
  10. When cool, cut into squares and store in an airtight container.

 

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