Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 350°

Step 2

FOR THE SHORTBREAD BASE

Step 3

In a medium bowl mix together with a pastry blender flour, butter and sugar until it resembles coarse crumbs. Put in an 8 inch (20 centimeter) ungreased pan, pat down gently and bake for 15 minutes.

Step 4

FOR THE TOPPING

Step 5

Meanwhile in a medium bowl cream together butter, sugar and egg, then fold in the well-drained pineapple and ¼ cup coconut, mix well spread over baked base, sprinkle the top with the remaining ¼ cup coconut, return to oven and bake for another 25-30 minutes. Let cool completely before cutting. Enjoy!