Cherry Chewbilies

Indulge in the perfect balance of chewy, crumbly, and fruity goodness with these irresistible Cherry Chewbilies! This easy-to-make dessert bar starts with a buttery oat crust that doubles as a golden crumb topping, layered with a luscious cherry filling enhanced by a touch of fresh lemon juice and a hint of vanilla. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 30-minute bake, these cherry oat bars are the ultimate crowd-pleasing treat for any occasion. Serve them as a sweet snack, a stunning dessert at a dinner party, or an on-the-go indulgence that’s bursting with homemade flavor. Plus, they store beautifully, ensuring the deliciousness lasts! Perfect for fans of easy baking, fruity desserts, and cherry-filled delights, Cherry Chewbilies are a must-try recipe that guarantees smiles in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1.25 cups Cherry pie filling
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8x8-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, and salt. Mix until uniform.

Step 3

Pour the melted butter into the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture resembles a coarse crumble.

Step 4

Transfer half of the crumble mixture into the prepared baking pan. Press it down firmly with the back of a spoon or your hands to form an even base layer. Set aside the remaining crumble for the topping.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherry pie filling, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Spread the cherry mixture evenly over the crust in the baking pan.

Step 7

Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture over the cherry layer, ensuring even coverage but leaving some cherry filling visible.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the dessert out of the pan.

Step 10

Slice into 12 bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(972.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3374.5

Total Fat 154.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 387.5mg	0%
Sodium 798.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 471.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 253.0g
Protein 35.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 197.0mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 946.3mg	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: 40.7%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 55.2%