Cherry Coconut Bars

Cherry Coconut Bars

Ingredients

Crust:

1 cup all-purpose flour

3 tablespoons powdered sugar

1/2 cup butter, softened

Filling:

2 eggs, beaten

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

3/4 cup chopped walnuts

1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

1/2 cup maraschino cherries, drained and quartered

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F.

To prepare crust, combine flour, powdered sugar and butter in a medium bowl; mix well. Press into an 8-inch-square baking dish. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until lightly golden.

To prepare filling, combine all ingredients in a large bowl; mix well. Spoon on top of crust and spread evenly. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, until golden brown. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting.