Best 3 Quick And Easy Cherry Bars Recipes

Indulge in the delectable delight of cherry bars, a classic treat that seamlessly blends sweet, tangy, and crumbly textures. These irresistible bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, a luscious filling brimming with juicy cherries, and a golden brown streusel topping. Savor the burst of cherry flavor in every bite, perfectly complemented by the crisp crust and crunchy streusel. With two scrumptious variations—one featuring fresh cherries and the other showcasing canned cherries—these cherry bars guarantee a delightful experience for every taste preference. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind these heavenly cherry bars, a timeless dessert that is sure to become a cherished favorite.

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EASY CHERRY BARS

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Easy Cherry Bars are a tasty summer treat! Shortbread double crust with cherry pie filling baked in a sheet pan and topped with sweet vanilla almond glaze.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup butter (, softened)
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs (, room temperature)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups flour
2 cans cherry pie filling (, 21 ounces each )
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-3 tablespoons whole milk

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 15x10 sheet pan with baking spray.
In a stand mixer, cream butter, sugar, and salt on medium speed until light and fluffy.
Add eggs, one at a time, then add extracts.
Gradually fold in flour to butter mixture until combined and dough forms.
Press 3 cups dough into prepared pan.
Spread with cherry pie filling covering all the dough evenly.
Drop remaining dough by teaspoonfuls over filling.
Bake 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown.
Cool completely in pan before glazing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 92 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHERRY BARS

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Whip up a pan of these festive bars in just 20 minutes with staple ingredients and cherry pie filling. Between the easy preparation and the pretty colors, they're destined to become a holiday classic. -Jane Kamp, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 cans (21 ounces each) cherry pie filling
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2 to 3 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter, sugar and salt until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in extracts. Gradually add flour., Spread 3 cups dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Spread with pie filling. Drop remaining dough by teaspoonfuls over filling. Bake 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack., In a small bowl, mix confectioners' sugar, extracts and enough milk to reach desired consistency; drizzle over top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 72mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

QUICK AND EASY CHERRY BARS

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With a busy family and no one knowing just who might be over to eat, this is a quick and easy great tasting bar dessert

Provided by tntcook

Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 ¾ cups white sugar
4 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 pinch salt
1 (21 ounce) can cherry pie filling

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into the creamed mixture. Reserve 1 1/2 cups of the dough and spread the rest into the bottom of the prepared pan. Cover this layer evenly with cherry pie filling. Drop the rest of the dough by spoonfuls on top of the cherry layer and spread to cover the best you can.
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, until top is golden. Frost with a confectioners' glaze when cool for sweeter bars. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 99.8 mg, Sugar 14.7 g

Tips:

Use fresh or frozen cherries: Fresh cherries are best, but frozen cherries can also be used. If using frozen cherries, thaw them before using.
Pit the cherries: Use a cherry pitter to remove the pits from the cherries. If you don't have a cherry pitter, you can use a knife to cut around the pits.
Use a food processor to make the filling: A food processor makes it easy to combine the cherries, sugar, and cornstarch. You can also use a blender or a mixing bowl and a whisk.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Bake the bars until they are golden brown: The bars are done baking when they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Conclusion:

These cherry bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a potluck to a summer picnic. With their sweet and tart cherry filling and buttery crust, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give these cherry bars a try. You won't be disappointed!