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Cherry Pie Bars

Irresistibly Easy Cherry Pie Bars for a Sweet Treat

Easy Cherry Pie Bars bring together sweet-tart cherries beneath a buttery crust for a delicious dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract or vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract optional
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling 21 oz
For the Optional Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Milk adjust for consistency

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  2. Add Eggs and Extracts: Crack in eggs, add almond and vanilla extracts. Beat on low speed until fully incorporated.
  3. Prepare the Dough: Gradually stir in flour and salt until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
  4. Layer the Dough: Grease a baking pan, press half the dough into the bottom. Spread cherry pie filling evenly, and dollop remaining dough over the filling.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and filling is bubbling.
  6. Cool and Glaze (optional): Let cool for 30 minutes. Mix confectioners’ sugar, almond extract, vanilla extract, and milk for glaze. Drizzle over cooled bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These cherry pie bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze for long-term storage.

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