These Christmas Cherry Bars are a delightful treat, perfect for the holiday season. The combination of buttery, vanilla-infused batter and sweet cherry pie filling creates a festive and delicious dessert that is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Perfect for the holiday season
- Easy to make and share with friends and family
- The sweet cherry filling adds a burst of flavor to the buttery bars
Recipe:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Servings: 12-15 bars
- Kcal: 280 per serving
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- Combine the flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well.
- Spread 3 cups of batter into the prepared pan. Spread the cherry pie filling over the batter.
- Drop the remaining batter by teaspoonfuls over the filling.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Storage:
Store the Christmas Cherry Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Recipe Tips:
- For an extra festive touch, sprinkle some red and green sprinkles on top of the bars before baking.
- Serve these bars with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
Enjoy these Christmas Cherry Bars as a delightful addition to your holiday baking repertoire!