Delightful Cherry Crumble Bars are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. These homemade bars feature a delicious cherry filling sandwiched between a buttery crumble, making them a delightful dessert that everyone will love.
Author:Souzan
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:50 minutes
Yield:16 bars
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
1 cup cherry preserves
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared dish.
Spread the cherry preserves evenly over the crust.
Sprinkle the remaining crumble mixture on top of the cherries.
Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
For a more intense cherry flavor, feel free to add fresh cherries along with the preserves.