These easy and irresistible cherry bars layer a buttery shortbread crust, sweet cherry filling, and a golden crumb topping for a crowd-pleasing treat. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or afternoon snacks.
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 cups |
| Unsalted butter (softened) | 1 cup |
| Granulated sugar | ½ cup |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Cherry pie filling | 1 can (21 oz) |
| Chopped almonds (optional) | ½ cup |
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, sugar, and vanilla until light and fluffy. Gradually stir in the flour and salt until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
Set aside about 1½ cups of the dough for the topping. Press the rest firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the base.
Spread the cherry pie filling evenly across the crust, reaching all the edges.
If desired, sprinkle chopped almonds over the cherry layer. Then crumble the reserved dough evenly over the top to form the crumb layer.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the crust is cooked through.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Serve as-is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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