1/2 c. butter
2 eggs
19 packets artificial sweetener
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. raisins
1 c. flaked coconut
5 maraschino cherries, sliced

Place butter in 1 cup glass measure and microwave on high (100 percent) 1 minute or until melted.

Beat eggs in medium bowl until light and fluffy. To the eggs, add 18 packets of artificial sweetener, 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 percent) 6 to 8 minutes; check after 6 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining packet of artificial sweetener. Bars will firm as they cool. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. Top with cherry slices. Makes 25 bars.