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Cherry Pie Bars

Cherry Pie Bars boast buttery shortbread that acts as both the crust and crumb topping. Sweet cherry pie filing complements the rich shortbread.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 252 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the crust:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour*
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the filling:
  • 21 ounces cherry pie filling** 1 can
For the drizzle:
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons 2% milk

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line an 8x8" baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt.
  3. Add in the melted butter, egg, almond and vanilla extract. Mix together until you have a crumbly dough.
  4. Set aside 1 cup of crust dough. Press the remaining into the prepared baking pan. Prick crust all over with a fork. Bake the crust for 12 minutes.
  5. Spread the pie filling over the baked crust, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crust dough crumbles over the top.
  6. Bake for an additional 38-40 minutes, or just until the crumble is turning a slight golden color. Let the bars cool completely, approximately 1 hour.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bars.
  8. Slice into 16 squares. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 24 hours, or in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • *To make gluten free: Replace all purpose flour with equal measurements of King Arthur All Purpose Gluten Free Flour, and add an additional 2 tablespoons of melted butter to crust dough.
  • *To make gluten free: Replace all purpose flour with equal measurements of King Arthur All Purpose Gluten Free Flour, and add an additional 2 tablespoons of melted butter to crust dough.
  • **Use Comstock More Fruit Cherry Pie Filling for the most cherries. 
  • I used a glass baking pan. If you use a metal pan, it may take a few minutes less to bake.
  • Refer to the article above for more tips and tricks.
  • The calories shown are based on the bars being cut into 16 pieces, with 1 serving being 1 cherry bar. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information. The information in the nutrition box are calculated through a program and there is room for error. If you need an accurate count, I recommend running the ingredients through your favorite nutrition calculator.**

Nutrition Information

Calories 252kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 41g (14%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g Monounsaturated Fat 2g Trans Fat 0.4g Cholesterol 35mg (12%) Sodium 86mg (4%) Potassium 77mg (2%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 360IU (7%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 17mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 252

% Daily Value*

Calories 252kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 41g 14%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.4g 20%
Cholesterol 35mg 12%
Sodium 86mg 4%
Potassium 77mg 2%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 360IU 7%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 17mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.