COCONUT-CHERRY CREAM SQUARES

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You'll be wowed by these cherry-topped delights. With a delectable coconut-custard filling and a thin golden crust, one square will satisfy your sweet tooth. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconut
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons cold reduced-fat butter
FILLING:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
Sugar substitute equivalent to 1/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2-1/2 cups fat-free milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
2 teaspoons coconut extract
1 can (20 ounces) reduced-sugar cherry pie filling

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the flour, coconut and brown sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press into a 9-in. square baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine the flour, sugar, sugar substitute and salt. Stir in milk until smooth. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , Stir a small amount of hot filling into eggs; return all to the pan, stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , Gently stir in coconut and extract. Pour over crust. Refrigerate until set. Top with pie filling. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 95mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

sagara Pujara
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These squares are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The coconut and cherry flavors go together perfectly.


Matric Pass
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I followed the recipe exactly and the squares turned out perfectly. They're so moist and flavorful.


Stephanie Collins
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These squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Ashwini Pawar
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut desserts, but these squares changed my mind. The coconut flavor is subtle and perfectly balanced by the cherry and cream cheese.


Wajid Marri
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These squares are a little time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


patricia chedi
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I've made these squares several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Adeel Sindhi
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These squares are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Yvonne Salmon
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I made these squares for my son's birthday party and they were a huge hit! All the kids loved them.


Angela Schwarze
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These squares are the perfect combination of sweet and tart. The coconut and cherry flavors go together perfectly.


shaman ahmad
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I followed the recipe exactly and the squares turned out perfectly. They're so moist and flavorful.


Ayhem Doghmani
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These squares are a little time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and everyone will love them.


Meck Grg
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I've never been a fan of coconut, but these squares are amazing! The coconut flavor is subtle and the cherry and cream cheese filling is divine.


Briana Asiedu
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These squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Mark Biayi
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I made these squares for a bake sale, and they sold out in minutes! Everyone loved them.


Candi Sharie
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut desserts, but these squares changed my mind. The coconut flavor is subtle and perfectly balanced by the cherry and cream cheese.


Harper Hall
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These squares are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family. I love the combination of coconut and cherry.


Mandel YouTube
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I've made these squares several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is creamy and delicious.


Rathna Akther
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These coconut cherry cream squares were a hit at my dinner party! The combination of coconut, cherry, and cream cheese was divine.