Description
Indulge in the warm, sweet-tart goodness of Christmas Cherry Bars! These easy-to-make treats feature a buttery crust enveloping a luscious cherry filling, perfect for holiday gatherings. With their vibrant colors and delightful aroma, these bars will become a cherished addition to your festive spread. Whether enjoyed with loved ones or paired with a cozy cup of cocoa, they are sure to spread joy this holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 can cherry pie filling (21 oz)
- 1 tsp almond extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add flour, baking powder, and salt; mix until crumbly.
- Stir in the almond extract.
- Press half of the dough mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread cherry pie filling evenly over it.
- Crumble the remaining dough on top of the cherries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool completely before slicing and dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg