Delicious Tart Cherry Pie Bars
These easy tart cherry pie bars are perfect for a quick dessert or snack. The buttery crust and sweet-tart cherry filling are a delightful combination.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking pan
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Fork
- Whisk
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Cold unsalted butter Cut into cubes
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups Tart cherries Pitted
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Egg Lightly beaten
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press the dough into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, combine cherries, cornstarch, lemon juice, 1/2 cup sugar, and beaten egg. Mix well.
- Pour the cherry filling over the partially baked crust.
- Bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar. You can also add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the filling.