Description
Delicious cherry pie bars with a buttery crust and sweet cherry filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 (21 oz) can premium cherry pie filling
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tsp almond extract (for glaze)
- ½ tsp vanilla (for glaze)
- Milk as needed (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract to the mixture, blending well.
- Sift together the flour and salt, then gradually incorporate into the wet mixture.
- Press half of the dough into the prepared baking pan, creating a base layer.
- Spread the cherry filling evenly over the dough.
- Dollop the remaining dough on top of the cherry filling.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Allow the dessert to cool completely before drizzling with glaze.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider adding hints of lemon or maple syrup. Ensure not to overmix the dough once flour is added.