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Chunky Macadamia Squares

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 (12-ounce package) semisweet or milk chocolate chips - divided use
3/4 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts

Vanilla Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2 tablespoons milk

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. Heat oven to 375°F (175°C).
2. Beat butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar in large bowl until fluffy. Add egg and vanilla; beat well. Add flour and baking soda; blend well.
3. Stir in 1 cup chocolates and nuts; press into ungreased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.
4. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup chocolates.
5. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
6. For Vanilla Glaze: Combine powdered sugar, milk and vanilla in small bowl; stir until smooth.
7. Drizzle glaze over top; allow to set. Cut into bars.

Makes about 24 bars.