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christmas cherry bars

Christmas Cherry Bars: 5 Steps to Festive Delight


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delicious cherry bars perfect for Christmas.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1 can cherry pie filling
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
  3. Add butter and mix until crumbly.
  4. Press mixture into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
  5. Spread cherry pie filling over the crust.
  6. Mix almond extract with the remaining flour mixture and sprinkle on top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.
  8. Let cool, then mix powdered sugar and milk for icing.
  9. Drizzle icing over bars and cut into squares.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Can be made a day in advance.
  • Substitute cherries with other fruits if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: christmas cherry bars, dessert, cherry dessert