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Buttery Cherry Pie Bars Recipe

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These Buttery Cherry Pie Bars are perfectly sweet and fruity, featuring a flaky crumbly crust layered with vibrant cherry pie filling. They make a delightful dessert or snack that’s simple to prepare and bake.

Ingredients

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Crust and Topping

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (forms the base, creating that crumbly texture.)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (sweetens the bars just right; swap with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (helps the bars rise to a delightful fluffiness.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (balances sweetness and enhances flavor.)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cut into pieces, ensures a flaky crust.)

Filling

  • 1 cup cherry pie filling (homemade or canned; fresh cherries add vibrant flavor.)
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional, for additional flavor.)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
  3. Add butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the mixture. Use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Form crust: Firmly press half of the crumbly mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to form the crust.
  5. Add filling: Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the crust.
  6. Add topping: Crumble the remaining dough over the cherry filling, covering it generously.
  7. Bake: Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  8. Cool: Let the Cherry Pie Bars cool completely in the dish for at least 1 hour before slicing.

Notes

  • Swap granulated sugar with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • Use fresh cherries in the pie filling for vibrant flavor.
  • The almond extract is optional but adds additional flavor.
  • Cooling completely before slicing helps the bars set properly.

Keywords: Buttery Cherry Pie Bars, Cherry Dessert Bars, Easy Fruit Bars, Sweet Cherry Bars, Homemade Cherry Pie Bars

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