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Cherry Pie Bars

Irresistible Cherry Pie Bars That Are Perfect for Sharing

Delightful Cherry Pie Bars with a buttery crust and tangy cherry filling, perfect for sharing at gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Butter Use softened butter for easy creaming.
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar is standard; brown sugar can add a molasses flavor.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature eggs blend better with the batter.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Feel free to use pure or imitation.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract Can be omitted if preferred.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be substituted for added nutrition.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Always use fine sea salt for consistency.
For the Filling
  • 3 cups Cherry Pie Filling Homemade or store-bought can be used.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Make sure it's sifted to prevent lumps.
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Non-dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk can be used.

Equipment

  • 15x10x1-inch pan
  • Electric Mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cherry Pie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 15x10x1-inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Spread 3 cups of the batter evenly in the prepared pan, layer cherry pie filling, then drop spoonfuls of remaining batter on top.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool the bars completely on a wire rack for about 30 minutes.
  8. Prepare the almond glaze by whisking sifted powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars and let set for 15 minutes before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for a tender texture. Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother blend.

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