Ingredients
6 tablespoons butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar1 large egg2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled3 teaspoons vanilla extract1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon baking sodaFILLING:1/3 cup cream cheese, softened1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup sweetened shredded coconut1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
Preparation
In a small bowl, cream butter and confectioners’ sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, chocolate and vanilla. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
In another bowl, beat cream cheese and vanilla until smooth. Stir in coconut and nuts. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
Shape dough into an 8-1/2x6-in. rectangle. Shape coconut mixture into an 8-1/2-in. log; place on dough. Wrap dough around filling, sealing the seam. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 2-3 hours or until firm.
Cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks.
