Rich and decadent Macadamia Nut Blondies made with a sweet vanilla batter, macadamia nuts, white chocolate and shredded coconut.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare a 9 x 13” baking pan by greasing the bottom and sides and lining the bottom with a piece of parchment paper which extends over two sides of the pan to create handles.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter (or coconut oil) and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla and whisk until smooth.
In a medium bowl mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and ¾ cup of the coconut, reserving the remaining ¼ cup for the topping.
Add flour mixture to the wet ingredients and with a spatula, mix until combined. Fold in white chocolate and macadamia nuts.
Gently spread mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan. The mixture will be shallow. Sprinkle remaining ¼ cup coconut evenly over the top.
Bake for 18 - 20 minutes until lightly golden. Transfer the pan to a rack to cool completely, at least 2 hours or longer before removing the bars. Remove from pan by lifting the parchment paper handles and place on a cutting board. Use a large chef’s knife and cut into 24 squares.