Cherry Pie Bars Recipe
These Cherry Pie Bars are a delightful twist on classic cherry pie, featuring a buttery crust, sweet cherry filling, and a simple glaze. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a sweet treat anytime!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Units
Scale
For the crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the filling and glaze:
- 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: Cream together butter and sugar until light. Beat in eggs, one at a time, then add vanilla and almond extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture, mixing until combined.
- Assemble: Spread two-thirds of the batter in the pan, top with cherry filling, then dollop remaining batter over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden. Let cool.
- Glaze: Whisk powdered sugar and milk, then drizzle over bars before cutting.
Notes
- You can use other pie fillings like blueberry or apple.
- Almond extract enhances the cherry flavor.
- Store covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Find it online: https://easy-tapas-recipes.com/cherry-pie-bars-recipe/
