Cherry Bars (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened.
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar.
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4 large eggs.
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1 tsp vanilla extract.
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3 cups all-purpose flour.
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1 tsp baking powder.
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½ tsp salt.
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1 can (21 oz) cherry pie filling.
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1 cup powdered sugar.
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2 tbsp milk.
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½ tsp almond extract.
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 10x15-inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Stir in vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
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Spread about ¾ of the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Reserve the remaining dough for the topping.
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Spread the cherry pie filling evenly over the dough in the pan.
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Drop small spoonfuls of the reserved dough over the cherry filling.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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While the bars are baking, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and almond extract until smooth.
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Once the bars are done baking, let them cool slightly before drizzling the glaze over the top.
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Cut into bars once completely cooled and enjoy.
# Notes:
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Christmas Cherry Bars are a delightful dessert with a buttery base, sweet cherry pie filling, and a light glaze. Perfect for holiday gatherings!.