Cherry Pie Squares

Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of homemade "Cherry Pie Squares," a delightful twist on a classic dessert that's as easy to make as it is delicious. These buttery, golden squares feature a tender, cookie-like crust topped with luscious cherry pie filling and a crumbly, irresistible topping. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe combines simple pantry staples like flour, sugar, and vanilla extract for a treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served as a sweet after-dinner bite or a crowd-pleasing dessert at a gathering, these cherry pie bars are guaranteed to satisfy. For a finishing touch, a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a touch of elegance and extra sweetness. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, Cherry Pie Squares are a timeless dessert everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Cherry pie filling
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Gradually add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour and salt. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

Press two-thirds of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan to form the base crust.

Step 6

Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the crust layer.

Step 7

Crumble the remaining one-third of the dough over the cherry filling to create a crumb topping.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely before slicing into squares.

Step 10

Optionally, dust with powdered sugar before serving for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1124.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3361.7

Total Fat 112.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 620mg	0%
Sodium 1546.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 556.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 314.0g
Protein 46.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 156.5mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 789.0mg	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: 29.5%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 65.1%