Cherry Walnut Bars

Directions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Pat into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° for 18-22 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
2. 2

   Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine eggs, brown sugar, salt, baking powder and vanilla. Drain cherries, reserving 2 tablespoons juice; set juice aside. Chop cherries; add to brown sugar mixture. Stir in walnuts. Pour over crust and spread evenly. Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until set. Cool completely on a wire rack.
3. 3

   For icing, combine confectioners' sugar and butter in a bowl. Add enough reserved cherry juice to reach desired consistency; drizzle over bars. Sprinkle with coconut if desired.