Triple-Layer Cookie Bars

 

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour

2/3 cup sugar

1/3 cup baking cocoa

1/4 cup packed brown sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup cold butter

2 large eggs

 

TOPPING:

1 package (7 ounces) flaked coconut

1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

 

 

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut in butter until crumbly. Beat in eggs. Spread in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. 

2.  Bake at 350° for 8 minutes. Sprinkle coconut over crust; drizzle with condensed milk. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until lightly browned. 

3.  Meanwhile in a microwave, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter; stir until smooth. Spread over brownies. Cool on wire rack. Cut into bars. Yield: 2-3 dozen.