Cherry Almond Crumb Bars

Cherry Almond Crumb Bars are a popular dessert in the United States, especially during the summer months when fresh cherries are in season.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Cherry Almond Crumb Bars

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Almond extract
• 1 cup Cherry pie filling
• ¹⁄₂ cup Sliced almonds

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. In a small bowl, beat the egg and almond extract. Add to the flour mixture and mix until well combined.
4. Reserve 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
5. Spread the cherry pie filling over the crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture and sliced almonds on top.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the baking dish for 30 minutes. Cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 38g13%

Sugars 20g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.