Cherry Coconut Magic Bars
Delicious Cherry Coconut Magic Bars featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, sweet coconut, and maraschino cherries.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan For baking the bars.
- Mixing bowls For combining the ingredients.
- Wire rack For cooling the bars.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 0.67 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup butter, melted
- 4 cups unsweetened finely shredded coconut
- 2 cans (14 ounces each) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 jars (10 ounces each) maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set it aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form a crust.
- In a separate bowl, combine the shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk, chopped maraschino cherries, vanilla extract, and almond extract. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Pour the coconut filling over the crust in the baking pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for one hour.
- After cooling, cover the pan and refrigerate for at least four hours before cutting into bars.
Notes
For a fun twist, try adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the filling. These bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, making them a great make-ahead treat!