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Cherry Almond Bars


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  • Author: Lina
  • Total Time: 1 hour

Description

These delicious cherry almond bars feature a buttery almond-flavored base topped with sweet cherry pie filling, making them a perfect dessert for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add almond extract, salt, and eggs to the mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
  • Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing until just incorporated.
  • Spread 3 cups of the batter into the prepared baking pan.
  • Top the batter with cherry pie filling, spreading it evenly.
  • Drop spoonfuls of the remaining batter on top of the cherry filling.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding sliced almonds on top before baking.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes