Cherry Pie Bars Shortbread Crust (Print-Friendly Version)
Crumbly shortbread, cherry filling, and golden topping—simple and delicious dessert bars.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Shortbread Crust and Topping
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115 g unsalted butter, melted
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100 g granulated sugar
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190 g all-purpose flour
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2.5 ml baking soda
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2.5 ml baking powder
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1.25 ml fine salt
→ Filling
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475 ml cherry pie filling
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a 20 x 20 cm baking pan with non-stick spray.
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In a medium mixing bowl, blend melted butter with granulated sugar until fully incorporated.
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Stir in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt using a fork until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
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Remove 175 ml of the crumb mixture and set aside for the topping.
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Evenly press the remaining crumb mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
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Spread cherry pie filling evenly over the crust base.
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Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the cherry filling. Bake for 23–25 minutes or until topping is golden brown.
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Allow bars to cool in the pan before cutting and serving.
# Extra Information:
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Any fruit pie filling may be substituted based on preference.