Apple-coconut squares

I am uploading this recipe here because I have it in an old cookbook that is already on its last leg and I wouldn't like to loose my favourites in it. But I am sure if and when you try these lovely cookies you will feel the same way, too... :)

Apple-coconut squares

Bottom:
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cups brown sugar
1 cup flour

Topping:
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
4 oz (100 gr) flaked coconut
2 1/2 cups sliced apples
1 cup chopped nuts

Work together the ingredients for the bottom layer until crumbly. Pat the dough into a 9"x9" pan (no greasing necessary). Bake it at 350F for 20 minutes.

While that is going on, beat eggs, mix in the rest of the ingredients. When the 20 minutes are up, pour the whole thing on top of the bottom layer, put the pan back in the oven and let it finish baking - for another 30 minutes or so.

Be patient, wait at least three minutes before cutting and trying it. Great alone, or served with whipped cream or ice cream on top.