Irresistible Cherry Pie Bars
These Cherry Pie Bars are bursting with sweet, tart cherry filling and a buttery, soft crust, all topped with a delicious almond-vanilla glaze. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or a cozy family dessert, these bars are an easy way to enjoy the flavors of classic cherry pie without the hassle of a crust.
Ingredients:
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 Oven Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
Cream Butter & Sugar In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs & Flavor Mix in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla and almond extracts.
Mix Dry Ingredients In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt, then gradually mix it into the wet ingredients until fully combined.
Assemble the Bars Spread 3 cups of batter evenly over the pan. Spoon cherry pie filling over the batter, then drop the remaining batter in spoonfuls over the cherries.
Bake Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If using a 9×13-inch pan, adjust baking time as needed.
Cool & Prepare Glaze Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack. Whisk together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and milk until smooth.
Drizzle & Serve Drizzle the sweet glaze over the bars, let it set, then cut into squares.
Perfect for Any Occasion!
These Easy Cherry Pie Bars are a must-try for cherry lovers! With a buttery shortbread-like base, luscious cherry filling, and a sweet almond glaze, they’re the ultimate dessert for summer parties, holiday gatherings, and everyday indulgence!
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