CHEWY COCONUT BARS 
1/2 c. butter
2 eggs
18 packets Equal
1/4 tsp. maple flavoring
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1/2 c. flaked coconut
1 packet Equal
5 maraschino cherries, sliced

Place butter in 1 cup glass measure and microwave on high (100%) 1 minute or until melted. Beat eggs in medium bowl until light and fluffy. To the eggs, add 18 packets of Equal, maple flavoring, flour, baking powder and vanilla. Add butter and blend thoroughly. Stir in nuts, raisins and coconut.

Pour into 8 inch square microwave safe baking dish. Microwave on high (100%) 6-8 minutes; check after 6 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 packet of Equal. Bars will firm as they cool. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Top with cherry slices. Portion 1 bar - calories 85 - diabetic exchange 1 fat, 1/2 starch. Yield 25 bars.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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