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Quick Cherry Crumble Bars Recipe

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These Quick Cherry Crumble Bars combine a buttery, crumbly crust with a sweet and slightly tart cherry filling, making a perfect dessert or snack. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, they are great for cherry lovers looking for a simple homemade treat.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 1 3/4 cups plain white flour
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup chilled butter
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons milk

For the Cherry Filling:

  • 2 1/4 cups fresh pitted cherries
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornflour

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a square 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a 1-inch overhang on the sides to help remove the bars easily later. Spray the sides with nonstick spray and set the dish aside.
  2. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Grate the chilled butter directly into the bowl, then use your hands to work it through the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles small pebbles. Add the beaten egg and milk, stirring until the dough comes together and holds when pinched.
  3. Form the Crust: Take two-thirds of the dough and press it firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating an even layer as the crust.
  4. Prepare the Cherry Filling: Use a potato masher or fork to mash the cherries until they are slightly chunky with no whole cherries remaining. Strain the mashed cherries through a fine mesh sieve to remove excess liquid, then return them to the bowl. Stir in the sugar and cornstarch until fully combined.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Spread the cherry filling evenly over the crust in the baking dish. Crumble the remaining dough evenly over the cherry layer to form the topping. Bake in the preheated oven for 32 to 36 minutes, or until the edges and top turn a light golden brown.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the bars cool completely in the baking dish at room temperature, or place the dish in the refrigerator to cool faster. Once cool, lift the bars from the pan using the parchment overhang, slice into squares, and serve.

Notes

  • Make sure the butter is well chilled before grating to create a flaky, crumbly crust.
  • Straining the mashed cherries removes excess moisture to prevent a soggy crust.
  • You can substitute frozen, thawed, and drained cherries if fresh are unavailable.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
  • These bars can also be served chilled or gently warmed.

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