Pina Colada Dessert Squares

Ingredients

Layer 1

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) margarine
• 2 egg yolks, mixed with 1/2 cup milk

Layer 2

• 4 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 cans crushed pineapple (with juice)
• 2 teaspoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Layer 3

• 2 egg whites, beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 2 tablespoon Sweet 'N Low
• 1 cup coconut

Instructions

1. Mix all ingredients in layer 1 together and press into a greased 9 x 13 inch pan; set aside.
2. Cook ingredients in layer 2 together until thick and glossy.
3. Place the pineapple mixture over the crumb mixture (layer 1).
4. Whip egg whites in layer 3 until very stiff with cream of tartar.
5. Add remaining ingredients. Spread this mixture very gently over the pineapple layer.
6. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven for 1 hour or until lightly browned.
7. Cut into squares.