For a richer flavor, toast the walnuts and coconut lightly before adding them to the batter. Ensure the crust is fully cooled before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting. These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Romance Bars
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME55 mins
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SERVING32 People
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VIEWS45
Indulge in these chewy, coconut-studded bars, brightened with maraschino cherries and the crunch of walnuts. A delightful treat perfect for sharing with loved ones.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate17 g
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Cholesterol22 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium53 mg
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Sugar12 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup flour and 1 tablespoon white sugar. Stir in melted butter until evenly moistened. (3 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View Press the mixture thinly and evenly over the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. (2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Bake for 20 minutes, or until the crust is firm and lightly golden. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View While the crust bakes, in a separate medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, 2 tablespoons flour, and baking powder. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Stir in the beaten eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well blended. (2 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Fold in the chopped walnuts, flaked coconut, and chopped maraschino cherries until evenly distributed. (3 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Once the crust is ready, carefully pour the fruit and nut mixture over the baked crust, spreading it evenly. (2 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and set. (20-25 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan before frosting. (60 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View To prepare the frosting, in a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
12 Step
Recipe View Gradually beat in the boiling water, milk, almond extract, and vanilla extract until the frosting is smooth and creamy. (3 minutes)
13 Step
Recipe View Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. (2 minutes)
14 Step
Recipe View Let the frosting set and firm up before slicing into squares and serving. (30 minutes)
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Tyrique Mohrtillman
Jun 4, 2025The almond extract in the frosting really elevates the flavor. I wouldn't skip it!
Ressie Morar
Dec 23, 2024These bars were a hit at our Christmas party! Everyone loved the combination of textures and flavors.
Angie Abshire
Dec 12, 2024I found the crust a little dry, so I added an extra tablespoon of butter to the base. It turned out perfectly!