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Cherry Pie Bars

Cherry Pie Bars are a delightful treat that combines the fruity goodness of cherry pie with an easy-to-eat bar shape, perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup butter, softened Make sure the butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour blend.
For the Filling
  • 2 cans cherry pie filling (21 ounces each) Alternatively, fresh cherries can be used.
For the Drizzle
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons 2 percent milk Add enough milk to achieve the desired consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and salt until it becomes light and fluffy, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
Baking
  1. Spread 3 cups of the dough into a greased 15 by 10 by 1 inch baking pan.
  2. Evenly spread the cherry pie filling over the dough.
  3. Drop teaspoonfuls of the remaining dough over the cherry filling.
  4. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
  5. Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Drizzling
  1. In a small bowl, mix the confectioners' sugar, extracts, and enough milk to achieve the desired consistency for drizzling.
  2. Drizzle over the cooled bars.

Notes

Store Cherry Pie Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months, wrapping tightly in plastic wrap and foil.