Best 6 Sour Cherry And Coconut Slice Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing blend of sweet and tangy flavors with our exploration of the best sour cherry and coconut slice recipes. This delectable treat offers a perfect balance of tartness from juicy sour cherries and the rich, tropical notes of coconut, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic recipe passed down through generations or an innovative twist on this timeless dessert, we have carefully curated a selection of recipes to suit your preferences. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this delightful confection, ensuring a delectable outcome that will impress your family and friends.

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.

CHOCOLATE CHERRY COCONUT SLICE



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Make and share this Chocolate Cherry Coconut Slice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tisme

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 20-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

150 g butter, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 cups plain flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups desiccated coconut
395 g sweetened condensed milk
2 eggs, beaten lightly
200 g red glace cherries, chopped
200 g good quality dark chocolate, chopped
60 g butter

Steps:

  • Make base first by combining butter & sugar in a bowl. Sift the flour and baking powder over the butter mixture and stir to combine.
  • Using a large spoon, press the mixture into the base of the pan.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until light golden brown colour.
  • To make the filling combine the coconut, condensed milk and eggs in a bowl. Mix well. Stir in the glace cherries and spoon the mixture over the warm base.
  • Bake another approx 20 minutes or until golden brown in colour and firm to touch.
  • Allow this to cool completely before adding the topping.
  • To make the topping combine the chopped chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring after each minute with a metal spoon until the mix has almost melted. Stir until smooth and pour the topping over the filling and refrigerate for 20 minutes or until set.
  • N.B. Slice can be sprinkled with extra coconut if desired sprinkle on just before the topping sets completely.

CHERRY SQUARES



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This sumptuous layered bar cookie is iced with cherry frosting. Cut them small to make bite size morsels that melt in your mouth. You may want to double the frosting recipe.

Provided by Karen

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
½ cup butter or margarine
2 eggs
1 ¼ cups packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup flaked coconut
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ cup maraschino cherries, chopped
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together 1 1/4 cup flour and 1/3 cup brown sugar. Rub in 1/2 cup butter using your hands or a pastry blender. Press into an ungreased 9 inch square pan.
  • Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned at the edges. Set aside. In a medium bowl, beat eggs until light. Mix together the brown sugar, flour, baking powder, and salt; stir into the eggs. Mix in the coconut, nuts, and cherries; spread the batter evenly over the baked crust.
  • Return to the oven, and bake for 25 minutes, or until brown. Set aside to cool. In a small bowl, mix the confectioners' sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, vanilla, and water until smooth. Add more liquid if necessary to make a more spreadable mixture. Spread over cooled bars before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Cholesterol 18.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 50.2 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

CHERRY, CHOC & COCONUT TRAY BAKE



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Keep these five ingredients in your storecupboard so you can whip up a tasty traybake when friends drop by unexpectedly

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Afternoon tea, Treat

Time 30m

Yield Makes 16 slices

Number Of Ingredients 5

200g desiccated coconut
85g caster sugar
2 eggs , beaten
200g bar white chocolate , roughly chopped
85g glacé cherries , halved

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Line a 20 x 30cm baking tray with baking parchment. In a large bowl, mix the desiccated coconut, sugar, eggs, white chocolate and glacé cherries until combined. Cook for 20 mins until golden brown and set, then cool in the tin before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 17 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.07 milligram of sodium

CHOCOLATE CHERRY SLICE



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These beautiful slices are perfect anywhere, you will love them. They are so simple that you can get the kids to help

Provided by Perfect Pixie

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

200 g dark chocolate, chopped
3/4 cup coconut
1/3 cup caster sugar
1 cup glace cherries, chopped
1 egg white

Steps:

  • Grease a 19cm x 29cm lamington pan, line base and sides with paper, grease paper well.
  • Melt chocolate in heatproof bowl over hot water.
  • Spread over base of prepared pan, refrigerate until set.
  • Combine coconut, sugar, cherries and egg white in a bowl.
  • Spread over chocolate.
  • Rough top lightly with a fork.
  • Bake in moderate oven for about 15 minutes.
  • Cool in pan.
  • Cut when cold.
  • Store in refrigerator.

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect texture for your Sour Cherry and Coconut Slice, it is important to use a combination of butter and margarine. This will ensure that the base is both crispy and tender.
  • Make sure to use a good quality sour cherry jam. This will give your slice a rich and flavorful taste.
  • If you are using fresh coconut, be sure to grate it finely so that it blends well with the other ingredients.
  • To get a nice even bake, preheat your oven to the correct temperature before you start baking your slice.
  • Keep an eye on your slice while it is baking. You want it to be golden brown on top, but not too dark.
  • Allow your slice to cool completely before cutting it into bars. This will help to prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

The Sour Cherry and Coconut Slice is a delicious and easy-to-make slice that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of sweet and tangy flavors, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special treat, give this slice a try. You won't be disappointed!

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