Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Bars

Maraschino Cherry Shortbread Bars

Shortbread-based square with maraschino cherries and sweetened condensed milk.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
55 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Yield:
1 9-inch pan
Servings:
16

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups shredded coconut
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/3 cup chopped red maraschino cherries
  • 1/3 cup chopped green maraschino cherries
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
  • ¼ cup golden raisins

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking pan.

Step 2
Cream butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer. Blend in flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.

Step 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 4
Meanwhile, combine shredded coconut, condensed milk, red and green maraschino cherries, walnuts, and raisins in a bowl; spread evenly on top of cooked shortbread.

Step 5
Bake until golden brown, about 35 minutes more. Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Cook’s Note:

Almonds can be used in place of walnuts, if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

343
Calories
21g
Fat
36g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 343
% Daily Value *
Total Fat21g 27%
Saturated Fat14g 69%
Cholesterol39mg 13%
Sodium117mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate36g 13%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars21g
Protein5g
Vitamin C1mg 5%
Calcium82mg 6%
Iron1mg 7%
Potassium195mg 4%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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