Cherry Pie Bars
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of cherry pie bars, where a buttery, crumbly crust envelops a luscious cherry filling. Perfectly sweet-tart and visually stunning, these bars are an ideal treat for summer picnics or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, they bring joy to any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust based on cherry tartness)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and cold butter until crumbly.
- Stir in eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is well blended.
- Press half of the dough into the prepared baking pan as the bottom crust.
- In another bowl, mix pitted cherries with sugar and a bit of flour; spread this mixture over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the cherry filling.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly around the edges. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. Swap cherries for blueberries or peaches for a delicious twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.