Best 3 Cherry Coconut Treats Recipes

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Cherry coconut treats are a delicious and festive treat that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these tasty treats that will be loved by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a sweet snack to enjoy with your family or a dessert to serve at a party, cherry coconut treats are sure to be a hit. So, if you are ready to indulge your sweet tooth, read on for the best recipe to cook cherry coconut treats!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHERRY-COCONUT SLICES



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My mother got this recipe from a woman named Emmie Oddie, a well-known home economist in Canada who had a column in a farming newspaper. Oddie would test reader recipes in her own kitchen and write about it. These tasty sweets are so rich that you need only a small piece. -Judy Olson, Whitecourt, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 32 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups graham cracker crumbs
1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 cup unsweetened finely shredded coconut
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
FROSTING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup 2% milk
1 cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix cracker crumbs, marshmallows, coconut and cherries; stir in condensed milk and flavoring. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking pan., For frosting, in a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir 3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl; cool until lukewarm, about 15 minutes. Stir in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Spread over crumb mixture; refrigerate until set, about 1-1/2 hours., Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 82mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHERRY COCONUT TREATS



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My great-grandmother created this recipe more than 100 years ago, so it's made many appearances at family parties. Make the treats even more fun for the holidays by using both red and green maraschino cherries. -Anne Mullen, Windsor, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients; stir in melted butter. Press onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking pan., In another bowl, mix filling ingredients; pour over crust. Bake until edges are lightly browned, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. Refrigerate, covered, 4 hours before cutting. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 20g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

EASY COCONUT CHERRY BARS



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Looking for a dessert made using Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ cake mix? Then check out these distinctive almond, coconut and cherry bars - a tasty treat.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box (1 lb 2.25 oz) Betty Crocker™ Super Moist™ yellow cake mix
3/4 cup cold butter
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 cup flaked coconut
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2/3 cup cherry preserves (from 12-oz jar)
1/3 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom only of 8-inch square pan with cooking spray.
  • In large bowl, place cake mix. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through mix in opposite directions), until mixture looks like coarse crumbs. Set aside 3/4 cup crumb mixture. Add egg to remaining crumb mixture in bowl, stirring just until blended. Press mixture in bottom of pan. Bake 15 minutes or until light golden brown around edges.
  • Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix coconut, almonds and reserved crumb mixture; set aside. In small microwavable bowl, microwave preserves on High 45 to 60 seconds or until warm and slightly melted. Stir in dried cherries and almond extract. Spoon warm preserves over partially baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved coconut mixture.
  • Bake 20 to 25 minutes longer or until golden. Cool on cooling rack 1 hour. Cut into 4 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 25 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen cherries for the best flavor. If using frozen cherries, thaw them before using.
  • If you don't have sweetened coconut, you can make your own by combining 1 cup unsweetened coconut with 1/4 cup sugar in a food processor and pulsing until well combined.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • Be sure to grease the baking pan well before pouring in the batter, to prevent the treats from sticking.
  • Allow the treats to cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting to set properly.

Conclusion:

Cherry coconut treats are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and tart cherry filling, chewy coconut crust, and creamy frosting, these treats are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give cherry coconut treats a try. You won't be disappointed!

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