Description
Cherry Pie Bars are a delicious and easy dessert that combines the flavors of cherry pie with the convenience of a bar. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, stirring until a soft dough forms.
- Spread about ⅔ of the dough into the prepared baking pan, pressing it evenly across the bottom.
- Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the dough layer.
- Drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the top of the cherry layer. It won’t cover completely, but it will spread as it bakes.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and set. Let cool completely in the pan.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bars.
- Slice into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use homemade cherry pie filling if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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