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Delightful Cherry Pie Bars

Delightful Cherry Pie Bars that Will Brighten Your Day

Delightful Cherry Pie Bars are a nostalgic dessert combining a buttery base and luscious cherry filling, perfect for sharing at any gathering.
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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 Base
  • 1 cup Butter softened
  • 1 cup Sugar granulated
  • 2 large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract optional
  • 2 cups Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Filling
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling or homemade
For the Topping
  • ½ cup Additional Flour or Nuts optional

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then add vanilla and almond extracts.
  4. Gradually fold in the flour and salt until a thick batter forms.
  5. Spread two-thirds of the batter evenly in the greased baking dish.
  6. Spoon cherry pie filling over the batter, ensuring even distribution.
  7. Dot the remaining batter over the filling for a topping.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
  9. Cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use softened butter and room temperature eggs. Refrigerate after baking for easier slicing.

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