Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of these Crumb-Topped Cherry Pie Bars, a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of cherry pie in convenient bar form. With a buttery crust, sweet cherry filling, and a crumbly topping, these bars are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Filling and Topping:
- 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- Mix Butter and Sugar: Cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla and almond extracts.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add flour and salt, mixing into a soft dough. Reserve some for topping.
- Form Crust: Press remaining dough into pan to form crust. Spread cherry filling over crust.
- Add Topping: Crumble reserved dough over the cherry filling.
- Bake and Cool: Bake for 35-40 minutes, cool in pan.
- Drizzle and Serve: Mix powdered sugar and milk, drizzle over bars. Cut and serve.
Notes
- Homemade cherry pie filling can be used for a fresher flavor.
- For added texture, sprinkle sliced almonds on the crumb topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
