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christmas cherry bars

Comforting Christmas Cherry Bars for Festive Joy and Warmth


  • Author: Louna
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A festive treat featuring cherries and a buttery crust, perfect for the holiday season.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cherry pie filling
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
  3. Add flour and salt; mix until a dough forms.
  4. Press two-thirds of the dough into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  5. Spread cherry pie filling over the crust.
  6. Mix the remaining dough with almond extract and walnuts.
  7. Crumble the mixture over the cherries.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Cool before cutting into bars.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Can be refrigerated for longer freshness.
  • Substitute other fruits if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

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