Introduction
Holiday Cherry Bars are festive, fruity, and just the right mix of buttery and sweet. With a soft cookie crust, vibrant cherry pie filling, and a simple vanilla glaze, they’re the kind of dessert that disappears quickly from the holiday table. Perfect for potlucks, cookie exchanges, or a cheerful treat at home.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Bright, colorful, and festive for the holidays
- Buttery shortbread-like base with soft texture
- Easy to make in a single baking pan
- Perfect for feeding a crowd
Ingredients
For the Bars:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract (optional but adds great flavor)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
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