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Delicious Maraschino Cherry Bars with Coconut and Walnuts

Delicious Maraschino Cherry Bars with Coconut and Walnuts

Delight in these Delicious Maraschino Cherry Bars with Coconut and Walnuts—simple, tasty, and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup salted butter cold and cubed
Filling
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
  • 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut

Equipment

  • Baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, powdered sugar, and cold butter until crumbly. Press into the bottom of a greased baking pan.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and kosher salt until blended.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup of flour, chopped walnuts, maraschino cherries, and coconut.
  5. Spread the mixture over the crust in the pan.
  6. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

These bars can be customized with different nuts or coconut varieties. They are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored for several days.

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