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Christmas Cherry Bars

Christmas Cherry Bars: Buttery Treats for Holiday Joy

These Christmas Cherry Bars are buttery treats combining shortbread crust and cherry filling, perfect for holiday gatherings and making ahead.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Can substitute with vegan butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free version
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for effectiveness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Can be substituted with additional baking powder if needed
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for a different texture
For the Filling
  • 1 can Cherry Pie Filling Store-bought or homemade, ensure it's thick
For the Topping
  • 3/4 cup Reserved Crumb Mixture Saved from the crust

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Sift in flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, mixing to create a crumbly dough.
  3. Set aside 3/4 cup of the crumb mixture for topping. Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
  4. Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the crust.
  5. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the cherry filling.
  6. Bake for 23-25 minutes, until golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
  7. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cherry filling is thick to avoid a soggy crust. Experiment with different fruit fillings for variety.

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