Easy Cherry Pie Bars: A Classic Dessert Made Simple and Delicious
These Easy Cherry Pie Bars are a crowd-pleasing dessert made with buttery dough, bright cherry filling, and a sweet almond glaze. Perfect for potlucks, parties, or anytime you want a simple homemade treat that looks impressive and tastes even better.
Ingredients
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs room temp
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 21 oz can premium cherry pie filling
For glaze:
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 tsp almond extract
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- Milk as needed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Stir in flour and salt to form soft dough.
- Press half the dough into a greased 9x13-inch pan.
- Spread cherry pie filling evenly over the base.
- Dollop remaining dough across the top of the filling.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool completely in pan.
- Mix glaze ingredients to desired consistency.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled bars, slice, and serve.
Notes
These cherry pie bars are perfect for any occasion—from potlucks to holiday celebrations. They’re beginner-friendly, requiring no fancy techniques but delivering bakery-style results. Pair them with a refreshing treat like our Fresh Cherry Sorbet for a complete cherry-themed dessert experience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 65mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g
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