Cherry Nut Bars

Cherry Nut Bars are a popular dessert that originated in the United States. They are often enjoyed during holidays and special occasions.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.

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Cherry Nut Bars

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (e.g. almonds, walnuts)
• 0.75 cup Cherry jam
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press half of the mixture into the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
4. Spread the cherry jam evenly over the crust.
5. In another bowl, combine the remaining flour mixture with the chopped nuts.
6. In a small bowl, beat the egg and vanilla extract together. Add to the flour mixture and mix until crumbly.
7. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the cherry jam.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into bars.
10. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 12g

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.