Description
Delightful Cherry Bars that are sweet, tangy, and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature, with or without a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and halved
- Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Carefully fold in the cherries.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it out evenly.
- Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Cut into squares and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg