Description
Cherry Pie Bars are a delectable dessert that combines the classic flavors of cherry pie in a convenient bar form. Featuring a buttery crust, sweet cherry filling, and crumbly topping, these bars are perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. Serve them warm with vanilla ice cream or at room temperature for an irresistible treat that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 cups fresh or canned cherries (drained)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and melted butter until crumbly. Press two-thirds into the bottom of the prepared dish.
- In another bowl, combine cherries with cornstarch and sugar; spread evenly over the crust.
- Top with the remaining crumb mixture and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool completely before slicing and serve plain or with whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg