Description
Cherry Pie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic cherry pie, offering a convenient bar format that’s perfect for any occasion. With a buttery shortbread crust, sweet cherry filling, and a crumbly topping, these bars are incredibly easy to make and bursting with flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, they are ideal for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. Serve them warm with ice cream, drizzle with chocolate, or top with whipped cream for an extra special treat. Kids and adults alike will love these scrumptious bars that can be customized with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 21 ounces cherry pie filling (1 can)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla and almond extracts.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Press two-thirds of the dough into the prepared pan. Bake for 5-10 minutes if you prefer a crisper crust.
- Spread the cherry pie filling over the crust and drop spoonfuls of remaining dough on top.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely.
- For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, almond extract, and milk; drizzle over cooled bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 188
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 119mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 27mg