Description

Experience the holiday spirit with these irresistible Christmas Cherry Bars! Featuring a buttery crust and a luscious sweet-tart cherry filling, they are the perfect festive treat for family gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, these bars will bring warmth and joy to your holiday dessert table. Whether served warm or at room temperature, they are sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling
2 large eggs
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla.
In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
Spread half of the batter into the prepared dish. Spoon cherry pie filling over it, then dollop remaining batter on top.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Substitute cherries with blueberries or raspberries for a fruity twist. For added crunch, consider adding chopped nuts into the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.