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Almond Cherry Pie Bars Recipe

Almond Cherry Pie Bars Recipe
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These Almond Cherry Pie Bars combine a buttery, crumbly crust with a sweet cherry filling and a crunchy almond topping for a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. With a tender base and a generous layer of cherry pie filling, topped with fragrant almonds, these bars are easy to make and sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

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Crust and Topping

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, cold
  • ½ cup (110g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¼ cups (255g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup sliced almonds

Filling

  • 1 (20 ounce) can cherry pie filling (or homemade)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper, then spray it lightly with nonstick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the bars after baking.
  2. Make the Dough: In a food processor, combine the cold butter, granulated sugar, salt, and flour. Pulse until the mixture starts to come together into a dough. Alternatively, you can use a large bowl and mix with a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment until combined.
  3. Press Base Layer: Take about two-thirds of the dough and press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan, forming a solid base layer.
  4. Add Cherry Filling: Spread the entire can of cherry pie filling evenly over the dough base, ensuring it is well distributed to cover the crust.
  5. Prepare Topping: Mix the sliced almonds into the remaining one-third of the dough using your fingers. The mixture will be crumbly but the almonds will hold it together somewhat.
  6. Sprinkle Topping: Sprinkle the almond crumb mixture evenly over the cherry filling layer to create a crunchy, nutty topping.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until the bars are cooked through and the topping is light golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan. Use the foil or parchment overhang to lift the bars out before slicing into squares. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use cold butter for a crumbly, tender crust.
  • You can substitute homemade cherry filling if preferred.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For easier cutting, chill bars before slicing.
  • Adding a dash of almond extract to the dough can enhance the almond flavor.

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