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

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

Pour into 8 inch square microwave safe baking dish. Microwave on high (100%) power for 6-8 minutes. Check after 6 minutes. Sprinkle with 1 packet Equal. Bars will firm as they cool. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Top with cherry slices.