Cherry Crumb Bars

Sweet, buttery, and bursting with bright fruit flavor, these Cherry Crumb Bars are the ultimate dessert for any occasion. With a tender, golden crust and a rich layer of luscious cherry pie filling, these bars are crowned with a delightfully crumbly oat topping for added texture. Made with simple pantry staples like melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, this recipe comes together quickly with just 15 minutes of prep time. Perfect for a summer picnic, holiday gathering, or weeknight treat, these easy-to-make fruit bars deliver a balance of tart and sweet that’s absolutely irresistible. Serve them as is, or pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly indulgent dessert experience. Don’t forget—they’re just as delicious the next day, making them a fantastic make-ahead option.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 21 ounces cherry pie filling
• 0.5 cup rolled oats

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture. Whisk until incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring with a spatula until a crumbly dough forms.

Step 5

Take about two-thirds of the dough and press it evenly into the prepared pan to form a base layer.

Step 6

Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the dough layer.

Step 7

To the remaining dough, mix in the rolled oats to create a crumb topping. Crumble this mixture over the cherry filling layer, ensuring even coverage.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbling around the edges.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Slice into 16 squares and serve. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1647.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5208.8

Total Fat 213.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 126.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 888.7mg	0%
Sodium 1542.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 774.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 448.2g
Protein 62.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 314.6mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 1351.1mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 58.8%