Cherry Pie Bars
These Cherry Pie Bars are a delicious, easy-to-make dessert that combines the sweetness of cherry pie filling with a soft, buttery crust. Topped with a sweet glaze, these bars are perfect for any occasion, from family gatherings to potlucks. They’re a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp almond extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
• ½ tsp almond extract (for glaze)
• 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 15x10x1-inch pan with non-stick spray.
- Cream Butter & Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Extracts:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each one is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed butter and sugar, mixing until well combined.
- Assemble the Bars:
- Spread 3 cups of the batter evenly over the bottom of the prepared pan. Top with the cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly. Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter over the cherry filling.
- Bake:
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If using a 9×13-inch pan, adjust the baking time (may take longer).
- Cool:
- Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prepare the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk until smooth.
- Drizzle & Serve:
- Once the bars are cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top. Let the glaze set, then cut into squares and serve.
Notes
- For a twist, you can use other pie fillings like blueberry or apple in place of the cherry.
- These bars are great for meal prep—store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210kcal
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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