Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the crust
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In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
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Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Press about 2/3 of the mixture evenly into the prepared pan to form the crust.
Step 3: Prepare the cherry filling
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In a saucepan, combine cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice.
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Cook over medium heat until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool slightly.
Step 4: Assemble the bars
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Spread the cherry filling evenly over the crust.
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Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture on top.
Step 5: Bake
Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
Step 4: Tips & Variations
✅ Use frozen cherries if fresh ones aren’t available; just thaw and drain excess liquid.
✅ Add slivered almonds to the topping for a nutty crunch.
✅ Drizzle with melted white chocolate after cooling for a festive touch.
Step 5: Closing
These Delicious Cherry Pie Bars are sweet, tangy, and perfect for sharing. Easy to make, easy to serve, and guaranteed to delight any crowd, they’re the ultimate birthday or celebration treat! 🍒✨
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