Easy Cherry Pie Bars: A Simple Cherry Dessert to Savor
Indulge in the delightful taste of Easy Cherry Pie Bars, a simple cherry dessert that’s perfect for any occasion! This family-favorite recipe, inspired by cherished summer memories, effortlessly combines the sweetness of cherries with a hint of almond. Ideal for picnics, gatherings, or just a sweet treat at home, these bars come together quickly and are sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 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
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ½ tsp vanilla
- milk as needed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, almond extract, and vanilla; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour and salt until just combined.
- Press half of the dough into a greased baking pan. Spread cherry filling evenly over the dough. Dollop remaining dough on top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely before drizzling with glaze made from confectioners’ sugar, almond extract, vanilla, and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (72g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg