Cherry Pie Bars: Flaky, Buttery Dessert You’ll Crave | July 5, 2025

Few desserts bring the same comforting joy as homemade Cherry Pie Bars. With their buttery crust, juicy cherry filling, and a sweet vanilla-almond glaze, these bars are the perfect treat for busy families, potluck gatherings, or whenever you want a sweet moment with your coffee. Unlike store-bought options, making these Cherry Pie Bars at home allows you to control the quality, ensuring a flaky, rich texture and vibrant cherry flavor in every bite.

Why You’ll Love These Cherry Pie Bars

• Quick & Easy: Uses pantry staples and simple steps.

• Perfect Texture: Buttery, flaky base with juicy cherry layers.

• Great for Sharing: Cut into bars for easy serving at parties and gatherings.

• Versatile: Use different pie fillings like blueberry, apple, or peach to suit the season.

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Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Bars:

• 1 cup butter, softened

• 2 cups sugar

• 4 eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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• ¼ tsp almond extract

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 cans (21 oz each) cherry pie filling

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

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• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tsp almond extract

• 2 tbsp milk

Step-by-Step Instructions

 

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