Description
Quick Cherry Crumble Bars are a delightful dessert that will become a favorite in your recipe collection. These bars feature a sweet cherry filling nestled between a buttery crumbly crust, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. They’re incredibly versatile—enjoy them warm with ice cream or at room temperature alongside your favorite beverage. With only 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up these delicious treats for any occasion, whether it’s a picnic, potluck, or simply a cozy afternoon snack. Plus, feel free to customize the filling with seasonal fruits for an added twist!
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups plain white flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chilled butter
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 1/4 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 3 tablespoons sugar (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the pitted cherries with sugar and cornflour; mix well.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until it resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in beaten egg and milk until combined.
- Line a baking dish with parchment paper. Press half of the crust mixture into the bottom of the dish, spread cherry filling over it evenly, and crumble remaining crust mixture on top.
- Bake for about 32 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (80g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg