Cherry pie bars

 

 

Ingredients:

For the crust and topping:

1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened

2 cups (400g) granulated sugar

4 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon almond extract

3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

For the cherry filling:

2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling

For the glaze:

1 cup (120g) powdered sugar

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

2-3 tablespoons milk

Instructions:

Preheat and Prepare Pan:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15×10 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Make the Crust and Topping:In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Mix in the vanilla and almond extracts.

Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.

Assemble the Bars:Spread 3 cups of the batter in the prepared baking pan to form the bottom crust.

Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the bottom crust.

Drop the remaining batter by teaspoonfuls over the cherry filling. It’s okay if some of the cherry filling shows through.

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

Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.

Prepare the Glaze:In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and enough milk to reach a drizzling consistency.

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.

Serve:Once the glaze has set, cut into bars and serve. Enjoy the sweet, buttery, and tangy flavors of these delicious cherry pie bars!

These homemade cherry pie bars are sure to become a favorite, combining the best elements of a traditional pie with the ease and convenience of a bar.