Toast the walnuts and coconut for enhanced flavor and texture. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly golden. Make sure to drain the maraschino cherries thoroughly before adding them to the topping to prevent the bars from becoming soggy. For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the shortbread crust. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Let it cool slightly before adding it to the flour mixture. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Cherry Walnut Bars
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PREP TIME0 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME0 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS109
Indulge in these delightful Cherry Walnut Bars, featuring a buttery, shortbread-like base, a luscious cherry-studded topping, and a delicate coconut-kissed frosting. Perfect for an afternoon treat or a festive occasion!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate30 g
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Cholesterol36 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium128 mg
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Sugar19 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 10 mins In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and softened butter. Mix using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. (10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake for 20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. (20 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 5 mins While the crust is baking, prepare the topping. In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, brown sugar, salt, baking powder, and vanilla extract until well combined. (5 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gently fold in the halved maraschino cherries, toasted walnuts, and toasted coconut into the egg mixture. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Pour the cherry-walnut mixture evenly over the pre-baked crust. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 25 mins Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the topping is set and lightly golden. (25 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 1 hrs Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan. (60 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View 5 mins For the frosting, in a small bowl, combine the softened butter and confectioners' sugar. Gradually add maraschino cherry juice, one teaspoon at a time, until the frosting reaches a smooth and spreadable consistency. (5 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Sprinkle with additional toasted coconut, if desired. (3 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Let the frosting set before cutting the bars into squares. (30 minutes)
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Nat Graham
May 7, 2025These bars are amazing! The shortbread crust is perfectly buttery, and the cherry-walnut topping is so flavorful.
Lyda Gleichner
Oct 10, 2024The frosting is the perfect finishing touch. It's not too sweet, and the cherry juice adds a nice tang.
Tomas Hermann
Sep 11, 2024I added a little almond extract to the topping, and it was delicious!
Macey Kshlerin
May 4, 2024I made these for a bake sale, and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of cherries, walnuts, and coconut.