Easy Cherry Pie Bars: A Simple Cherry Dessert to Savor
If you’re in search of a delightful dessert that’s both simple to prepare and bursting with flavor, look no further than Easy Cherry Pie Bars: A Simple Cherry Dessert to Savor. These bars combine the sweet essence of cherries with a buttery crumb topping, making them a nostalgic treat perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or simply treating yourself after a long day, these cherry pie bars will surely impress family and friends alike. With just 15 minutes of prep time and an irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen, you’ll want to make these bars your go-to dessert!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 (21 oz) can premium cherry pie filling
- For Glaze: 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ½ tsp vanilla
- milk as needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs and extracts; mix until combined.
- Fold in flour and salt gently until just combined.
- Press half of the dough into an ungreased pan for the crust.
- Spread cherry pie filling evenly over the crust.
- Dollop remaining dough over the filling.
- Bake for about 35–40 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before drizzling with glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg