Description

Cherry Pie Bars are a delightful twist on traditional cherry pie, combining the best of both worlds in a conveniently portable dessert. These bars feature juicy, fresh cherries enveloped in a rich almond-infused batter, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer picnic or looking for a cozy family dessert, these Cherry Pie Bars are sure to impress. They are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to be enjoyed warm with ice cream or at room temperature as a sweet snack throughout the week.

Ingredients

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3 cups UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. sea salt
3 sticks unsalted butter (chilled; 1 1/2 cups)
3 cups cherries (pitted, halved)
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 dash sea salt
1 tsp. almond extract
3/4 cup UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Mix in cubed butter until crumbly and reserve 2 cups for topping.
In another bowl, mix cherries with sugar. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs until frothy, then add sour cream, salt, and almond extract. Gradually mix in reserved flour mixture until smooth.
Pour half the batter into the baking pan, layer with cherry filling, then pour remaining batter on top and sprinkle with reserved crumbs.
Bake for about 60 minutes until golden brown and set. Cool completely before cutting into squares.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (about 70g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 140mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. You can use frozen thawed cherries if fresh ones aren't available.