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Cherry Pie Bars

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These Cherry Pie Bars are a nostalgic treat, packed with sweet cherries and a buttery crust, perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cans cherry pie filling (21 oz each)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or lining it with parchment paper.
  3. Make the crust by creaming together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
  5. Combine the flour and salt in another bowl, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just incorporated.
  6. Spread two-thirds of the batter into the prepared baking dish evenly.
  7. Add the cherry pie filling over the batter.
  8. Top with spoonfuls of the remaining batter.
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool completely on a wire rack, then mix icing ingredients and drizzle over bars.
  11. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

These bars are delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

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Keywords: cherry pie bars, dessert, nostalgic baking

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