Cherry Bars

Indulge in the sweet, fruity perfection of these irresistible Cherry Bars—easy-to-make dessert bars that combine buttery, tender layers of cookie-like crust with a luscious cherry pie filling. Topped with a golden, crumbly layer of dough and finished with a delicate powdered sugar glaze, these bars are a delightful hand-held treat perfect for potlucks, holidays, or any occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry ingredients like flour, sugar, and vanilla extract, this recipe effortlessly transforms into 24 generous servings of fruity goodness. Customize the glaze with a hint of almond extract for a nutty twist, and enjoy a dessert that strikes the perfect balance between rich and refreshing. Whether you’re a fan of fruity desserts or looking for a crowd-pleaser, these Cherry Bars are guaranteed to be a hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 teaspoons almond extract (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Step 5

Spread approximately two-thirds of the batter evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Reserve the remaining one-third for the topping.

Step 6

Evenly spread both cans of cherry pie filling over the batter in the pan, covering it completely.

Step 7

Drop spoonfuls of the reserved batter over the cherry pie filling, creating a patchy, crumbly topping.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the batter portions comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let the cherry bars cool completely.

Step 10

In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract (if using) to create a glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.

Step 11

Once the glaze has set, cut the cherry bars into 24 squares or rectangles. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2550.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6778.1

Total Fat 227.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 1263.3mg	0%
Sodium 2133.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1141.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 818.7g
Protein 71.3g	0%

Vitamin D 173.0IU	0%
Calcium 357.5mg	0%
Iron 33.8mg	0%
Potassium 1683.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 66.2%