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Sweet Cherry Pie Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delight in these Sweet Cherry Pie Bars, combining a buttery, soft crust with luscious cherry pie filling and a sweet glaze. Perfect for a summer dessert or any occasion, these bars are easy to make and offer a fruity twist on classic pie flavors in a convenient handheld form.

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

For the Filling

  • 1 (21-ounce) can cherry pie filling

For the Glaze

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the dough.
  3. Add Eggs and Flavorings: Incorporate the salt, vanilla extract, and eggs one at a time into the creamed mixture, beating well after each addition to ensure full integration.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour and baking powder together to distribute the leavening evenly.
  5. Form the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms, ensuring not to overmix.
  6. Assemble the Bars: Spread about two-thirds of the dough evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating a solid base layer.
  7. Add Cherry Filling: Spoon the cherry pie filling evenly over the dough layer, spreading it gently to cover.
  8. Top with Remaining Dough: Drop the remaining dough by spoonfuls over the cherry filling for a rustic topping.
  9. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top turns lightly golden and the center is set.
  10. Cool the Bars: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to ensure the filling firms up and makes slicing easier.
  11. Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: Mix the powdered sugar with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk in a small bowl until smooth, then drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.
  12. Slice and Serve: Cut into 24 bars and serve as a delightful dessert or snack.

Notes

  • You can use homemade cherry filling if desired for a fresher taste.
  • These bars also work well with other fruit fillings like blueberry or peach for variety.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/sweet-cherry-pie-bars-recipe/