Cherry Squares Recipe

Name: Cherry Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FIRST LAYER; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine; MIDDLE LAYER; 2 eggs; 1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 pinch salt; 1 cup medium grind coconut; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts; 1/2 cup candied cherries or 1/2 cup maraschino cherry (at least); TOP LAYER; 1 cup icing sugar; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1 tablespoon water

Servings: persons

FIRST LAYER
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
MIDDLE LAYER
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 cup medium grind coconut
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup candied cherries or 1/2 cup maraschino cherry (at least)
TOP LAYER
1 cup icing sugar
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 tablespoon water

1
FIRST LAYER: Crumble ingredients together well.
2
Press into ungreased 9 x 9 inch pan.
3
Bake in preheated 350F oven for 15 minutes.
4
SECOND LAYER: Beat eggs slightly; add remaining ingredients in the order listed.
5
If using maraschino cherries, drain well.
6
I prefer using candied cherries- at Christmas, I use a mixture of red& green.
7
Spread over first layer& return to oven for 25 minutes.
8
Let cool completely.
9
TOP LAYER: Beat ingredients in a small bowl, adding more water if necessary to make a more spreadable mixture.
10
This makes a minimum amount of icing to spread over top.

1020

kcal

Calories

Fat

150

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FIRST LAYER, 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, and more.

Yes, Cherry Squares falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cherry Squares

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