Cut each green cherry into 8 slices. Cut each red cherry into quarters. Heat oven to 375. Cool completely on wire rack. Store in airtight container.
Heat dates, coconut and half and half in saucepan over medium heat.
Stir in almond extract and set aside to cool. Pour melted butter over all and stir until well moistened. Press about 3 cups granola mixture into bottom of 8 inch square baking pan and chill 30 minutes to harden. Spread cooled filling over granola base. Sprinkle remaining granola mixture over filling.