Cherry Coconut Bliss Bars

Cherry Coconut Bars Recipe

🕒 Total Time: 40 minutes
🥘 Yield: 10 squares

Description:

Indulge in the delightful combination of cherries and coconut with these Cherry Coconut Bars. Perfect for dessert, snacking, or as a sweet treat during the holidays, these bars are sure to please everyone’s taste buds!

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Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/3 cup shortening
• 1/2 cup butter or margarine
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup flaked coconut
• 3/4 cup maraschino cherries, chopped
• 1 cup chopped nuts (of your choice)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Heat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).

2. Prepare the Base:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda.

3. Incorporate Fats:

   • Cut in the shortening and butter or margarine until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Form Base:

   • Press the mixture evenly into an ungreased 13 x 9-inch baking pan, forming the base for your bars.

5. Bake the Base:

   • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until the base is lightly golden brown.

6. Prepare Topping:

   • While the base is baking, prepare the topping by mixing together the granulated sugar, flaked coconut, chopped maraschino cherries, vanilla extract, eggs, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

7. Spread Topping:

   • Once the base is baked, remove it from the oven and spread the topping mixture evenly over the hot base layer.

8. Add Nuts:

   • Sprinkle the chopped nuts over the top of the topping mixture.

9. Bake Again:

   • Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown.

10. Cool and Serve:

    • Allow the Cherry Coconut Bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.

11. Enjoy:

    • Serve these delicious bars as a delightful dessert or enjoy them as a sweet snack any time of the day!

These Cherry Coconut Bars are bursting with flavor and are the perfect addition to any dessert spread or holiday gathering. Enjoy the delightful combination of cherries, coconut, and nuts in every bite!