The perfect blend of a buttery shortbread crust and sweet cherry filling. Perfect for parties, snacks, or a family dessert.
Ingredients
- Flour: 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Butter: 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks), softened
- Sugar: 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Filling: 1 large (21 oz) can cherry pie filling
- Egg: 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- Extract: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth. Stir in the lightly beaten egg and vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Press the Crust: Reserve about 1 cup of the dough for the topping. Press the remaining dough evenly into the bottom of your prepared baking pan.
- Add the Filling: Spread the entire can of cherry pie filling over the crust, leaving a small border at the edges.
- Add the Topping: Take the reserved cup of dough and drop small dollops (or crumble it) over the top of the cherry filling. It doesn’t need to cover it completely; a “cobbler” look is perfect.
- Bake: Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing them into squares. This helps the filling set so you get clean cuts.
Caption Ideas for Social Media:
- Option 1: “All the flavor of a cherry pie with half the work! 🍒 These Cherry Pie Bars are buttery, sweet, and perfect for sharing.”
- Option 2: “Better than pie? You decide! Grab a square (or three) of these Easy Cherry Bars. Recipe below! 👇”
A Quick Tip for your Website:
If you want to make these look even more professional, you can whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of milk to create a simple glaze. Drizzle it over the bars once they have cooled!
