Description
Cherry Pie Bars are a delicious dessert that combines a buttery crust with a sweet cherry filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- Crust & Topping
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Filling
- 1 can cherry pie filling (21 ounces)
Instructions
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition, then blend in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until a uniform dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a base.
- Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the crust.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the fruit layer.
- Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a more intense cherry flavor, consider adding fresh cherries.
- Feel free to add a drizzle of frosting over the bars for extra sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cherry Pie Bars, Cherry Dessert, Easy Dessert Recipe, Fruit Bars