Cherry Coconut Treats Bar (Print-Friendly Version)
Celebrate fresh cherry season with these cherry coconut sweets, highlighting coconut, cherry, and dessert bar flavors in every bite. Serve them for gatherings, picnics, or summer fun—definitely a keeper.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Base
01 -
1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 -
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
03 -
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
04 -
1 teaspoon baking powder
05 -
1/2 teaspoon salt
06 -
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Filling
07 -
4 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut
08 -
2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk
09 -
2 jars (10 ounces each) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
10 -
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
11 -
1 teaspoon almond extract
# How to Make It:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in melted butter until the mixture forms coarse crumbs. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the base of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
02 -
In a separate bowl, mix shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, chopped maraschino cherries, vanilla extract, and almond extract until thoroughly combined.
03 -
Spread the coconut cherry filling evenly over the prepared base. Bake in the center of the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned.
04 -
Remove pan from oven and place on a wire rack. Allow to cool for 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing into bars. Store finished bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
# Extra Suggestions:
01 -
Ensure maraschino cherries are thoroughly drained before chopping to prevent excess moisture in the filling.